Senior Project Manager

Founded in 1971, Gypsum Management & Supply, Inc. (GMS) is the leading North American specialty distributor of interior building products. Our product offerings of wallboard, ceilings and complementary construction products are designed to provide a comprehensive solution for our core customer- building contractors who install our products in commercial and residential buildings. GMS's operating model enables GMS to continue to grow and expand in scope, while maintaining a high level of customer service, promoting an entrepreneurial culture, and preserving the customer intimacy of a local business.

GMS and its family of companies operate a network of nearly 300 building product distribution yards, and more than 100 tool sales and service centers, for customers across the U.S. and Canada. The Field Support Center in Tucker, Georgia serves each GMS location, providing the support needed to enable local teams to deliver outstanding service to contractors and builders in their local communities.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with state and local law.

Position Summary:

The Senior Project Manager oversees the project management process including governance, team leadership, tracking and monitoring, prioritization, and communication. The Sr. PM should have a proven track record of successful project delivery, an ability to improve project management practices, and substantial team leadership experience with a focus on team guidance and support.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Governance:
* Build upon existing project management processes already in place utilizing Smartsheet as the primary project management tool.
*Monitor compliance with project, budgets, policies and standards.

Project Leadership:
* Support Leadership team by facilitating project activities, managing towards project goals, coordinating between teams, and bringing projects in on time and within budget.

* Provide feedback to project team members and leadership teams on project risks and progress
* Present to executive level leadership on project status and needs.

Tracking and Monitoring:
* Utilizing Smartsheet, support departments with tracking and providing project status and performance reports.
* Manage the risk, issue, and change resolution process, and work with other leaders to take corrective action as needed.

Prioritization:
* Interface with department leads to define project priorities, implementation opportunities, challenges and communicate project risks and opportunities. Identify and support opportunities for automation utilizing Smartsheet.

Basic Qualifications:

• College degree in Business Administration or related field, or commensurate Project Management experience
• At least five years of managing large IT projects required
• Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in SmartSheets required
• High-level knowledge of project and change management, methodologies, techniques, processes
• Knowledge of resource management tools
• Ability to influence without authority
• Flexible, adaptable and resourceful when managing changing timelines and multiple deliverables
• Motivated to build relationships at executive levels with technology, solutions, customers and vendor groups

Core Competencies:

• Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity.
• Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others' opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members.
• Help champion an inclusive working environment; empower others to bring their full selves to the workplace; celebrate, welcome, and value the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce; recognize that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
• Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
• Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position in an office environment 80% of the time.
• Will frequently move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
• Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Required Cognitive Skills:

• Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks.
• Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects.
• Must be able to multitask.
• Must be able to receive and analyze information.
• Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur.
• Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• Wellness Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Holidays & Vacation Days
• Professional Growth Opportunities
• Development & Training Programs

This job description is subject to change at any time.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.