Job Description :
Job Title: Program Manager
Job Id: UALJP00007675
Client: United Airlines
Location: Chicago IL
Duration: 12+ months
Mode of Interview: Telephone and Skype
Rate: $Market/Hour (W2)
Skill Level: 5-8 yrs

NOTE: Only GC & USC candidates can apply.

Description:

The PM will deliver impactful projects/programs as assigned, and serve as change agent driving adoption of PMLC across the organization.

Responsible to provide direction, prioritization and structure to enable efficient implementation of assigned projects and initiatives
Responsible for directing the implementation of strategic planning, leading and directing all aspects of a major, diverse, and highly complex programs impacting the operation
Owns hands-on delivery of programs
Provides specialized technical aviation knowledge or equivalent, program management expertise, business acumen, and leadership skills to facilitate the identification and management of all interdependencies and areas of risk
Will adhere to the UA Program Management Life Cycle framework and all policy, procedure, guidelines as applicable

KEY DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACTIVITIES
40% - Lead and manage projects as assigned, both tactical and strategic
40% - Deliver high quality artifacts and outcome through all phases of PMLC including Envision, Design, Build, and Activate as needed to realize measurable business results
10% - Coach, guide, train project team members and other PMs on EDBA, PMLC and related artifacts and deliverables
10% - Assist team members and research operational and performance data to provide statistics, trends, and reporting that inform leadership steering and decision-making, and as assigned

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION
Undergraduate degree in business, technical, or aviation related discipline required
Advanced degree preferred
PMI/PMP certification required
Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus

EXPERIENCE
5-8 years'' experience managing projects
Demonstrated successful project delivery using fundamentals of PMBOK practices/methodologies
Demonstrated successful execution using SDLC, PMLC, DMAIC or DFSS methodology
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
Has limited discretion in making tactical decisions; provides input on strategic decisions to management as required. Decisions and achievement of results could impact important projects and processes and / or have identifiable financial costs.

ADDITIONAL NOTES FROM HIRING MANAGER
Candidates should be experts in MS Project Scheduling and building Project Plans
Manager would ultimately like to see examples of artifacts they have built
Should have experience with risk management
Airline industry experience is preferred, but not a requirement
Manager would like to see resumes of candidates with experience managing Software Development projects
Must have experience in and be able to measure the benefits of any project or program
Should have change management experience
Will manage 1-2 large, complex technology projects that impact frontline employees with 6-8 various work streams
Should be skilled at working with cross-functional teams
Must be agile and flexible to work in a fast-paced environment
SDLC and PMLC experience
Manager does not want to review candidates with 10-20 years experience; please stay in the 5-8 year range.
PMI/PMP certification required
Six Sigma certification a plus
SharePoint experience isn''t a hard requirement, but would be beneficial.
Soft skills: Gets a long with team members, a good listener, flexible to adapt
Assignment will likely be extended after 6 months, possibly a year
Attached Project Deliverable Template must be completed for each candidate in order for them to be considered.


Client : United Airlines

             

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