Project Manager I

This person manages and oversees all aspects of a project to ensure it is completed on-time and within budget. Has overall responsibility for managing scope, cost, schedule, internal staffing and outside vendors. Prepares reports for upper management regarding status of project. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed.- Provides support with project development from beginning to end- Assists in defining project scope, goals and deliverables to support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders- Assists in developing full-scale project plans and associated communications documents- Effectively communicates project updates and progression to manager- Estimates resources and participants needed to achieve project goals- Aligns activities with corporate goals around safety, quality, delivery and cost- May perform root cause analysis on gaps, identifies waste, and works with leadership to drive sustainable corrective action- Drafts and submits budget proposals, and recommends subsequent budget changes- May negotiate with other department managers for acquisition of required personnel- Determines and assesses need for additional staff or consultants and makes appropriate staffing adjustments during project cycle- Sets and manages project expectations with team members- Identifies and resolves issues and conflicts within project team- Identifies and manages project dependencies and critical path- Plans and schedules project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools- Tracks project milestones and deliverables- May develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations- Manages changes in project scope, identifies potential concerns, and devises contingency plans**Experience**:- 2 years required, 4 years' experience preferred of directing work in a project management capacity, including all aspects of process development and execution**Education**:- High School Degree or equivalent experience required. Associate’s degree preferred.**Skills**:- Business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods- Proven ability to manage processes to achieve objectives- Ability to build effective business relationships with other functional areas to best support mutual objectives- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyze workflow and processes to provide productive service to internal and external customers- Interpersonal, conflict management, and negotiation skills required- Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and product- Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks- Effective written and verbal communication skills- Good computer skills- WESCO International, Inc., including its subsidiaries and affiliates ("WESCO"), is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of WESCO to not discriminate against any job applicant or employee based on age, race, religion, color, handicap, sex, physical condition, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status or any other protected status. This policy includes but is not limited to the following: recruitment and employment, promotion, demotion, transfer, compensation, selection for training including apprenticeship, layoff, or termination._- WESCO International, Inc. (NYSE: WCC), a publicly traded FORTUNE 250 company, is a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain management solutions. Pro forma 2019 annual sales were over $17 billion, including Anixter International which it acquired in June 2020.- WESCO offers a best-in-class product and services portfolio of Electrical and Electronic Solutions, Communications and Security Solutions, and Utility and Broadband Solutions. The company employs over 18,000 people, maintains relationships with over 30,000 suppliers, and serves more than 150,000 customers worldwide. With nearly 1.5 million products, end-to-end supply chain services, and leading digital capabilities, WESCO provides innovative solutions to meet customer needs across commercial and industrial businesses, contractors, government agencies, institutions, telecommunications providers, and utilities.- WESCO operates nearly 800 branch and warehouse locations in over 50 countries, providing a local presence for customers and a global network to serve multi-location businesses and multi-national corporations.- At WESCO, we build, connect, power, and protect the world. We have the capabilities and expertise to deliver the latest technologies, including: Industrial networking, Intelligent buildings, Cloud computing, Alternative energy, Broadband communications, Critical infrastructure protection, LED lighting retrofits, and Physical security.