Project Manager

The Project Manager role may, at times, **assist in the development of business and marketing strategies optimizing the performance of new and existing product lines to achieve business objectives.** This requires the Project Manager to maintain an understanding of the BU's business practices (finance, portfolio plans, strategy, etc.) and provide input to the engineering organization in regards to technical staff coordination, resource allocation, performance feedback and development planning. Project teams may consist of resources in global facilities. Working with an international team may be required on some projects. Also, some travel, including both domestic and international travel, may be required in order to meet with team members and facilitate project progress. **Essential Functions**: Provide project management of internal and external product development projects with mínimal direction. Responsible for planning, scheduling, cost forecasting, monitoring and control and reporting on all aspects of assigned projects. Coordinates the requirements. Develops project implementation schedules and work breakdown structures. Manages the project costs. Identifies, manages and mitigates project risks, resulting in proactive contingency planning as required. Manages project documentation. Facilitates the development team. Is responsible for the acquisition of product resources, capital equipment and direct expense items and services. Supports the development of team members. Uses project management techniques, project management tools and established standards to ensure project deliverables are met **Required Qualifications**: - Bachelor Degree in Engineering discipline or equivalent experience - Minimum 2+ years of experience in project management or in a leadership role. - Fluent both Italian and English - Proven ability to lead multiple teams, partner with management to resolve conflicts and lead indirect resources. - Effectively communicates and facilitates presentations (internally and externally). - Demonstrated experience in leading product development efforts. - Proven ability to direct resources, plan project activities and balance financial budgets. - Recognizable knowledge of detailed product development processes. - Familiarity with Agile methodologies, such as Scrum is a plus. - PMP professional certification or other Project management certification is a big advantage