Complete Job Description Location: Alpharetta, GA Work Arrangement: On-Site Full Time Schedule: M-F 0800-1700 Duration: 12 months Travel: None
Job Description
Summary: The main function of a non-IT project manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems and product roll-out, etc or any other non-IT based project. Job Responsibilities:
Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
Present and explain proposals, reports and findings to clients.
Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
Analyze technology, resource needs and market demand, to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
Confer with management, production and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.
Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates.
Skills:
Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
Knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
PMI or PMP certification preferred.
5-7 years experience required.
Position’s Contributions to Work Group
This project manager will execute projects that build a better world.
Supporting sustainability and innovation projects by coordinating deliverables.
Why this Role?
You’ll gain experience coordinating across multiple regions and business units—valuable for future leadership roles.
Your work directly contributes to success and global operations.
Typical Day or Week in the Role
Typical task breakdown:
Coordinating meetings
Keeping stakeholders updated and engaged
Validating budgets and schedules.
Managing the project from order entry until sign off.
Interaction with team:
Team meetings
Collaboration
Team Structure
The team is currently at 15 people. This is comprised of project coordinators and Senior project coordinators.
Work environment:
90% office – 10% shop floor. Standard PPE
Education & Experience Required
Years of experience: 5-7
Degree requirement: Not a Requirement
Open to 2 year degree with 9 years
Open HS diploma 12 years
Open to Masters with full 5 years experience
Are there past or additional job titles or roles that would provide comparable background to this role: Project manager / coordinator
Top 3 Skills
Communication
Budgeting and schedule analysis
Customer-facing skills
Additional Technical Skills
(Required)
Microsoft suite at an intermediate level. (excel)
Documentation & Compliance
Budget & Resource Management
Scheduling & Time Management
(Desired)
A strong commercial understanding. Changer orders, scope of work, scheduling, milestone management and escalation tactics.