Project Manager

We are in search of a Project Manager to join our team in the non-profit sector, based in Los Angeles, California. This role offers a long term contract employment opportunity, with a hybrid work schedule that includes some local travel. The Project Manager will be instrumental in establishing a Project Management Office (PMO), assessing existing systems, and implementing strategic improvements.

• Establish a PMO, including the development of project management frameworks, templates, and tools.
• Conduct a detailed analysis of current business and reporting systems, identifying areas for improvement and recommending solutions.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for project management and conduct training sessions for internal staff.
• Oversee the entire project life-cycle, from proposal decisions to project close-outs and renewals.
• Ensure seamless integration of systems through strategic consulting.
• Monitor project progress, identifying potential risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Prepare weekly written updates on project progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
• Utilize skills in Atlassian Jira, Cloud Technologies, CRM, ERP
• Enterprise Resource Planning, IBM, About Time, Agile Scrum, Budget Processes, Communication, Construction, PMO, Standard Operation Procedure, Standard Operating, CRM
• Customer Relationship Manager, Conduct Training Sessions, Project Management, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and Documentation.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, preferably within the non-profit sector
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Atlassian Jira
• Familiarity with Cloud Technologies and their application in project management
• Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems
• Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Experience with IBM tools and systems
• Proficiency in the use of time management tools such as About Time
• Familiarity with Agile Scrum methodologies and their application in project management
• Experience with budget processes, including planning and tracking
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Knowledge of construction project management is a plus
• Experience in Project Management Office (PMO) operations
• Familiarity with Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs)
• Experience in managing CRM - Customer Relationship Manager systems
• Ability to conduct training sessions for team members and stakeholders
• Proven track record in project management, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience in User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
• Strong documentation skills, with the ability to create and maintain project documentation.