Project Manager/Sr. Consultant

Description

Robert Half is Hiring for a PLM Program Manager to lead a critical enterprise-wide Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) initiative. The ideal candidate will be responsible for change management, stakeholder engagement, budget oversight, and end-to-end project execution with a focus on delivering business value. Prior hands-on experience implementing Windchill PLM is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Program & Project Leadership

• Drive the planning, execution, and delivery of the PLM program across all business units.
• Manage project plans, schedules, resources, and budgets to ensure successful program delivery.
• Develop and maintain program roadmaps aligned with strategic business goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams through all phases of project lifecycle-from initiation to post-implementation support.

Change Management & Adoption

• Lead change management initiatives to ensure effective adoption of PLM processes and tools.
• Develop training strategies and user enablement plans for business users and technical teams.
• Create and execute communication plans to ensure alignment and readiness across impacted teams.

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Collaborate with senior leadership and key stakeholders to define business requirements and success metrics.
• Facilitate regular status meetings, executive updates, and stakeholder reviews.
• Manage third-party vendors and system integrators to ensure quality delivery and contract compliance.

Risk & Quality Control

• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to keep projects on track.
• Ensure all deliverables meet internal quality standards, compliance requirements, and audit readiness.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Education:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• PMP or similar project management certification preferred.
• Experience:
• 10+ years of experience in program management.
• Minimum 5 years of experience implementing PLM solutions and managing internal business transformation projects.
• Proven track record leading large-scale, complex programs from initiation through completion.
• Demonstrated success managing company-wide initiatives requiring cross-functional collaboration across diverse teams.
• Prior experience managing and mentoring technical teams and leaders.
• Technical & Functional Expertise:
• Strong command of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Advanced skills in project budgeting, planning, risk management, and resource allocation.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, JIRA, or equivalent).
• Deep understanding of portfolio, resource, and process management principles.
• Change Management & Training:
• Expertise in organizational change management strategies, including stakeholder engagement and adoption planning.
• Ability to design and deliver impactful training programs to support business and technology transitions.
• Leadership & Communication:
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior and executive leadership.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Adept at building relationships and fostering collaboration across distributed and multi-disciplinary teams.

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