AEROCONTACT
Senior Project Manager (H/F) - SAFRAN TEST CELLS, INC.
AEROCONTACT, Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States, 55199
Overview
Safran est un groupe international de haute technologie opérant dans les domaines de l'aéronautique (propulsion, équipements et intérieurs), de l'espace et de la défense. Sa mission: contribuer durablement à un monde plus sûr, où le transport aérien devient toujours plus respectueux de l'environnement, plus confortable et plus accessible. Le Groupe emploie 100 000 collaborateurs et réalise un chiffre d'affaires de 27,3 milliards d'euros en 2024. Safran Aero Boosters conçoit, développe et produit des sous-ensembles, des équipements et des bancs d'essais pour les moteurs aéronautiques et spatiaux. Safran Aero Boosters est implantée en Belgique et dispose de deux filiales aux États-Unis.
Mission description Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Senior Project Manager is responsible for oversight of Safran Test Cells' projects, including but not limited to partial test cell/facility upgrades, equipment of projects and of complete test cell projects. The Project Manager will contribute to team efforts by handling all local issues at foreign and US installations and coordinating the communication between the Customer, Safran Test Cells' staff, vendors, sub-contractors, and installation personnel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for oversight of projects including but not limited to partial test cell/facility upgrades, equipment of projects
Assist other Project Managers with oversight of complete test cell projects, which may include build construction, manufacturing, installation, integration, and acceptance testing of Safran Test Cells and 3rd party equipment
Coordinate communications between the Customer, Safran Test Cells' staff, vendors, sub-contractors, installation personnel and any other personnel or firms involved in building, installing, and commissioning the Project
Financial management with support from the Finance Department, contract management, and customer relations throughout the Project implementation
Assist in handling all local issues at foreign and US installations, including housing and local transportation for Safran Test Cells personnel, local procurement, and local office management
Participate in a continuous improvement culture, providing recommendations and implementing enhancements to current methods and procedures
Issue Purchase Order Requisitions and develop Contract Change Requests and Registers
Issue Customer Invoice Requisitions
Participate in design reviews and other internal and external meetings as required
Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Economics, Project Management or related field required
7+ years of closely related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Minimum of 15 years work experience, across engineering disciplines involved in the project implementation, required
Prior project management experience in the aero engine test cell business is highly desirable
Qualifications
Able and willing to travel up to 50% of the time both domestically and internationally; some trips may last up to 6 weeks
Demonstrated success managing large-scale, complex projects with multiple stakeholders
Strong verbal and written communication with the ability to be assertive yet approachable and deliver a positive customer service experience
Demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness, and a commitment to quality
Contract and vendor management skills
Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to integrate project management knowledge areas including scope, quality, time, cost, communication, and risk management
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple activities at various stages of completion
Good customer focus, attitude and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with commercial construction practices preferred
Being fluent in French, German, Arabic, Spanish or Chinese is an advantage
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
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Mission description Summary: Under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Senior Project Manager is responsible for oversight of Safran Test Cells' projects, including but not limited to partial test cell/facility upgrades, equipment of projects and of complete test cell projects. The Project Manager will contribute to team efforts by handling all local issues at foreign and US installations and coordinating the communication between the Customer, Safran Test Cells' staff, vendors, sub-contractors, and installation personnel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for oversight of projects including but not limited to partial test cell/facility upgrades, equipment of projects
Assist other Project Managers with oversight of complete test cell projects, which may include build construction, manufacturing, installation, integration, and acceptance testing of Safran Test Cells and 3rd party equipment
Coordinate communications between the Customer, Safran Test Cells' staff, vendors, sub-contractors, installation personnel and any other personnel or firms involved in building, installing, and commissioning the Project
Financial management with support from the Finance Department, contract management, and customer relations throughout the Project implementation
Assist in handling all local issues at foreign and US installations, including housing and local transportation for Safran Test Cells personnel, local procurement, and local office management
Participate in a continuous improvement culture, providing recommendations and implementing enhancements to current methods and procedures
Issue Purchase Order Requisitions and develop Contract Change Requests and Registers
Issue Customer Invoice Requisitions
Participate in design reviews and other internal and external meetings as required
Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Economics, Project Management or related field required
7+ years of closely related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Minimum of 15 years work experience, across engineering disciplines involved in the project implementation, required
Prior project management experience in the aero engine test cell business is highly desirable
Qualifications
Able and willing to travel up to 50% of the time both domestically and internationally; some trips may last up to 6 weeks
Demonstrated success managing large-scale, complex projects with multiple stakeholders
Strong verbal and written communication with the ability to be assertive yet approachable and deliver a positive customer service experience
Demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness, and a commitment to quality
Contract and vendor management skills
Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to integrate project management knowledge areas including scope, quality, time, cost, communication, and risk management
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple activities at various stages of completion
Good customer focus, attitude and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with commercial construction practices preferred
Being fluent in French, German, Arabic, Spanish or Chinese is an advantage
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industries
Staffing and Recruiting
#J-18808-Ljbffr