Make a difference.

As a Project Leader, you will plan, execute, and finalize projects according to deadlines and within budget constraints. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members, third-party contractors, or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. The Project Leader will also lead the definition of the project’s objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.

In this role you will:

• Manage projects to meet specified deadlines and requirements.
• Consult and interface with information technology (IT) employees, vendors, customers, and management in coordinating assigned projects and tasks.
• Ensure requirements are identified by reviewing all project materials and interacting with the IT team(s) to plan for support.
• Provide regular status reports to the project principal, clearly outlining accomplishments since the last report, latest financial projections, and current expectations to completion, risks, fallbacks, and alternatives.
• Ensure, along with other leaders, that the Company’s values and related management policies, procedures, and practices are strongly supported and implemented consistently throughout the operating unit.
• Maintain the IT Project Portfolio and Environmental Calendar.
• Consistently strive to build project management maturity and professionalism at the organizational level.
• Ensure project team members understand the requirements and their roles for making the project a success.
• Assist in implementing project management best practices.

What you bring to the table:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in project management required; 2+ years of experience preferred
• Two-year degree required; Four-year degree in Project Management, Decision Science, or Computer related field of study preferred
• Experience with the technology and multi-practice disciplines associated with IT projects, project management principles and strategies, and IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) principles and strategies
• Planning, organizational, and time-management skills
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Leadership and conflict management skills
• Analytical and decision-making skills; ability to take appropriate risks
• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with all organizational levels within the Company and external constituents
• Demonstrates a forward-looking, results-oriented perspective in motivating, inspiring, and managing people conducive to teamwork
• Ability to effectively manage multiple project teams

Work Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday, standard business hours, in office

Compensation Details: The expected base salary for this position is starting at is starting at $98,000 depending on experience.

The Value of Graybar:

At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.

• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.

• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.

• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.

• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.

• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.

• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.

• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.

• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.

• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.

• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.

• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.

• And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.

 

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.

We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Apply now and find out what’s next for you.

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