POSITION SUMMARY: The primary focus of this position will be to closely collaborate with all the stakeholders of project development – Project Management, Solution Architects, development teams, QA, documentation in order to meet the specified requirements of a given software project. This role is responsible to ensure the project releases adhere to agreed schedule, scope and budget. This position will manage the development and deployment of new warehouse and distribution center automation solutions throughout the project lifecycle.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Apply engineering concepts in accordance with Fortna’s engineering objectives to drive the development and deployment of creative, effective and timely software solutions within the triple constraints of schedule, scope & budget.
• Preparing, publishing, distributing and maintaining detailed project schedules via the Work Breakdown Structure.
• Liaising with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
• Setting and continually managing project expectations with sprint teams and other stakeholders.
• Interfacing with multiple groups within a lifecycle which include: internal sprint teams, external stakeholders and end users
• Identifying managing and controlling the change control process both with internal and external stakeholders.
• Assuming responsibilities for risk management and risk mitigation
• Tracking project costs and preparing associated forecasts
• Ensuring that project releases are completed to design specifications and as per the “Definition of Done”
• Managing issues as they arise; creating and tracking punch lists as necessary
• Traveling to project sites as necessary to facilitate successful project implementation.
• Creating and managing project records; archiving proper files for retention through Fortna’s Data Management System.
• Attending internal and external project meetings.
• Conducting project post-mortems and prepare recommendations report identifying successful and unsuccessful project elements.
• Participate and help drive continuous process improvements and adoption to ensure delivery of extremely high-quality software projects.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer science, or a related field
• 4 - 7 years of technical experience with project management
• Cross functional team management experience
• Strong understanding of software principles and methodologies.
• Ability to employ persuasion/negotiation skills with discretion and consideration
• Project costing and forecasting experience
• Risk management and risk mitigation experience
• Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language
• Highly motivated, directed and a team player.
• Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, time management and problem-solving skills
• PMP certification
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally in the range of 10-40% of the time

• Ability to perform essential functions of the job

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Industrial automation, software, and/or material handling experience
• Business degree is preferred, but not required
• Scrum certification

WORKING CONDITIONS When duties are performed in a typical office environment, extended periods of sitting at a desk and viewing a computer screen will be required. Also required is the ability to talk and hear, in person and by telephone; use of hands to handle, feel, or operate standard office equipment; and ability to reach with hands and arms. Associates are frequently required to walk and stand. The noise level in this work environment is usually quiet. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

When travelling to Client sites, essential requirements of this position may require physical presence in various environments and locations. Physical stamina may be required for prolonged standing, bending, stooping, and/or working in cramped quarters. Exposure to potentially dangerous tools and equipment amidst a variety of building materials is probable, as is occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment can vary from being relatively quiet, to moderate, to excessive. Safety shoes or boots may be required in certain situations. Additional safety clothing including gloves, hardhats, and devices to protect eyes, mouth, or hearing, will be worn as necessary.

All Associates are entitled to work in environments where risks to their health and safety are properly controlled. Alongside Fortna taking the appropriate steps to provide information on the Health and Safety requirements of the country they are working in, it is the Associates’ responsibility to ensure they are aware of and follow these Health and Safety requirements, noting that regulations can vary significantly from one country to another.

Associates are reminded that they have a duty to take care of their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions at work. Associates must follow Fortna’s policies and guidelines, and cooperate at all times with their co-workers to help everyone meet their legal requirements. If in doubt, Associates should speak with their Resource Manager or a Site Manager within the country they are visiting.

This position description should not be considered all-inclusive.