Project Manager (Traditional & Agile)
Location: Fort Wayne, IN
Level: Salaried
Division / Department: Information Technology
Travel: Minimal
About the role:
We are seeking a Project Manager to lead our projects using a variety of project management methodologies including Agile. This role requires a versatile individual who can adapt to the needs of each project, ensuring efficient delivery while maintaining the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both traditional project management principles and Agile practices, able to seamlessly switch between these approaches as required.
Responsibilities include:
- Plan, execute, and finalize projects according to deadlines and within budget, employing traditional or Agile methodologies
- Coordinate the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan.
- Define project objectives, scope, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
- Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.
- Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders to drive accountability throughout project timelines.
- Identify and manage project dependencies and critical paths.
- Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.
- Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
- Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential concerns or issues, and devise contingency plans.
- Adopt and apply best practices in project management, including risk management, quality assurance, and change management.
Education and Experience:
- 3+ years of Project Management experience
- Experience working in a high-level collaborative environment and promoting teamwork
- Proven experience in project management, including traditional and/or Agile methodologies.
- Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices.
- Experience leading software development projects in an Agile environment.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Certification in Project Management (PMP, CAPM) and/or Agile methodologies (CSM, ACP) is highly desirable.
Skills and Abilities:
- Influence others without authority
- Coaching and mentoring
- Solid servant leadership experience
- Experience in change management
- Excellent communication skills
Benefits available to you:
- Full insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, & Vision
- Paid time off to foster work/life balance
- Profit sharing
- Bonus Pay opportunities
- Retirement funding opportunities
- Education reimbursement
- Health club reimbursement
- Career advancement opportunities
About Do it Best:
We’re the only US-based, member-owned hardware, lumber, and building materials co-op in the home improvement industry. We proudly serve thousands of locations in over 50 countries, offering exceptional merchandise and services driving us to nearly $5 billion in annual sales. Our goal is to help our members grow and achieve their dreams.
Culture:
Each team member is valued as an individual - with their intrinsic value at the forefront. We prioritize your career growth through one-on-one training, conferences, tuition assistance, mentoring and more. We encourage authentic relationships by hosting social events and fostering a culture where lasting friendships are made. In fact, the three most valued aspects of being a part of the Do it Best team are the culture, the compensation, and the level of fulfillment that each team member experiences from their role.
Our Philosophy: Serving others as we would like to be served
Our Mission: Making the best even better
Our Goal: Helping members grow and achieve their dreams
