Garmin
Overview
We are seeking a full-time
Project Manager 2 - Engineering Business Solutions
in our Olathe, KS location. In this highly visible role, you will be responsible for managing medium to large cross functional projects and strategic initiatives of average complexity including development and execution of project plans and reporting of project status.
Essential Functions
Supports project management process improvements and may mentor less experienced Project Managers
May manage medium sized projects across business units with moderate guidance
Applies project management skills on medium to large engineering projects of average complexity, including understanding, developing and communicating project scope, milestones, and decisions
Applies product domain knowledge, full use of accepted processes, procedures, tools and requirements
Demonstrates product domain knowledge, full use of accepted processes, procedures, tools and requirements
Identifies and supports process improvement activities
Drives projects to closure, applies good judgment in identifying issues and risks, creates mitigation plans with assistance from mentor or direct supervisor
Demonstrates ability to maintain clear project status, documentation, and reporting for medium to large projects with established tools
Demonstrates communication skills, including effective listening, responding appropriately, and managing difficult conversations
Builds relationships and gains alignment within the department
Identifies/resolves conflicts through understanding of interdependencies of and development of effective relationships between the development team(s)
Demonstrates ability to lead effective and efficient team meetings
Ensures team members/stakeholders are appropriately informed of project scope, schedule and cost
Demonstrates project ownership with moderate involvement from Team Leader/Mentor, working towards single point of contact for project needs and moderate contributions to the success of the project
Provides mentoring and guidance to less experienced Project Managers (Project Manager – Engineer 1)
Applies Garmin’s Mission, Vision, Values and Quality Policy and enthusiastically exhibits a desire to see Garmin succeed
Participates in recruiting activities as assigned
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline
AND
a minimum of 2 years relevant experience
OR
an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated understanding of production and operations issues as they relate to engineering project management
Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude, work well with others, and demonstrate excellent time management, organizational and follow-up skills
Computer skills in MS Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint) or similar
Desired Qualifications
Relevant experience in one or more of the specialization areas noted below (opportunities for specialization exist as a Garmin Project Manager, some of which are listed below):
Automotive and Automotive OEM
Aviation
Marine
Outdoor
Fitness
Core Platform Technologies
Engineering Operations
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
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Project Manager 2 - Engineering Business Solutions
in our Olathe, KS location. In this highly visible role, you will be responsible for managing medium to large cross functional projects and strategic initiatives of average complexity including development and execution of project plans and reporting of project status.
Essential Functions
Supports project management process improvements and may mentor less experienced Project Managers
May manage medium sized projects across business units with moderate guidance
Applies project management skills on medium to large engineering projects of average complexity, including understanding, developing and communicating project scope, milestones, and decisions
Applies product domain knowledge, full use of accepted processes, procedures, tools and requirements
Demonstrates product domain knowledge, full use of accepted processes, procedures, tools and requirements
Identifies and supports process improvement activities
Drives projects to closure, applies good judgment in identifying issues and risks, creates mitigation plans with assistance from mentor or direct supervisor
Demonstrates ability to maintain clear project status, documentation, and reporting for medium to large projects with established tools
Demonstrates communication skills, including effective listening, responding appropriately, and managing difficult conversations
Builds relationships and gains alignment within the department
Identifies/resolves conflicts through understanding of interdependencies of and development of effective relationships between the development team(s)
Demonstrates ability to lead effective and efficient team meetings
Ensures team members/stakeholders are appropriately informed of project scope, schedule and cost
Demonstrates project ownership with moderate involvement from Team Leader/Mentor, working towards single point of contact for project needs and moderate contributions to the success of the project
Provides mentoring and guidance to less experienced Project Managers (Project Manager – Engineer 1)
Applies Garmin’s Mission, Vision, Values and Quality Policy and enthusiastically exhibits a desire to see Garmin succeed
Participates in recruiting activities as assigned
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline
AND
a minimum of 2 years relevant experience
OR
an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated understanding of production and operations issues as they relate to engineering project management
Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude, work well with others, and demonstrate excellent time management, organizational and follow-up skills
Computer skills in MS Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint) or similar
Desired Qualifications
Relevant experience in one or more of the specialization areas noted below (opportunities for specialization exist as a Garmin Project Manager, some of which are listed below):
Automotive and Automotive OEM
Aviation
Marine
Outdoor
Fitness
Core Platform Technologies
Engineering Operations
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
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