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Senior Project Manager (H/F) - SAFRAN TEST CELLS, INC.
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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. Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie 100 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 27,3 milliards d'euros en 2024, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés. Safran est la 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2024 » du magazine TIME. Occupant des positions de leadership mondial, Safran Aero Boosters conçoit, développe et produit des sous-ensembles, des équipements et des bancs d'essais pour les moteurs aéronautiques et spatiaux. Implantée en Belgique, Safran Aero Boosters dispose de deux filiales aux Etats-Unis et combine le savoir-faire de 1700 talents.
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
Responsible for the coordination and 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
Responsible for 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
Actively participate in a continuous improvement culture providing recommendations and implementing enhancements to current methods and procedures
Responsible for issuing Purchase Order Requisitions and developing Contract Change Requests and Registers
Responsible for issuing Customer Invoice Requisitions
Actively 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, as required; some trips may last up to 6 weeks
Demonstrated success managing large-scale, complex projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders
Strong communication skills both verbal and written with a proven ability to be assertive yet approachable delivering a positive customer service experience
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; actively seeks opportunities to improve and promote quality and monitors own work to ensure quality is met
Demonstrated excellent contract and vendor management skills
Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with close attention to detail
Strong knowledge in the use of standard Microsoft programs including Microsoft Project, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to integrate project management knowledge areas including project scope, quality, time, cost, communication, and risk management
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple activities in various stages of completion
Good customer focus, attitude and excellent interpersonal skills
Familiarity with commercial construction practices preferred
Being fluent in French, German, Arabic, Spanish or Chinese will be an advantage
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full-time
Job function Project Management and Information Technology
Industries Staffing and Recruiting
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Senior Project Manager (H/F) - SAFRAN GROUP
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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. Implanté sur tous les continents, le Groupe emploie 100 000 collaborateurs pour un chiffre d'affaires de 27,3 milliards d'euros en 2024, et occupe, seul ou en partenariat, des positions de premier plan mondial ou européen sur ses marchés. Safran est la 2ème entreprise du secteur aéronautique et défense du classement « World's Best Companies 2024 » du magazine TIME. Occupant des positions de leadership mondial, Safran Aero Boosters conçoit, développe et produit des sous-ensembles, des équipements et des bancs d'essais pour les moteurs aéronautiques et spatiaux. Implantée en Belgique, Safran Aero Boosters dispose de deux filiales aux Etats-Unis et combine le savoir-faire de 1700 talents.
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
Responsible for the coordination and 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
Responsible for 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
Actively participate in a continuous improvement culture providing recommendations and implementing enhancements to current methods and procedures
Responsible for issuing Purchase Order Requisitions and developing Contract Change Requests and Registers
Responsible for issuing Customer Invoice Requisitions
Actively 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, as required; some trips may last up to 6 weeks
Demonstrated success managing large-scale, complex projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders
Strong communication skills both verbal and written with a proven ability to be assertive yet approachable delivering a positive customer service experience
Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; actively seeks opportunities to improve and promote quality and monitors own work to ensure quality is met
Demonstrated excellent contract and vendor management skills
Solid organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with close attention to detail
Strong knowledge in the use of standard Microsoft programs including Microsoft Project, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
Ability to integrate project management knowledge areas including project scope, quality, time, cost, communication, and risk management
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple activities in various stages of completion
Good customer focus, attitude and excellent interpersonal skills
Familiarity with commercial construction practices preferred
Being fluent in French, German, Arabic, Spanish or Chinese will be an advantage
Seniority level Not Applicable
Employment type Full-time
Job function Project Management and Information Technology
Industries Staffing and Recruiting
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