PLM Program Manager

Role name: PLM Program ManagerWork Location: Little Rock, AR/ (Chicago, IL) (Onsite)Duration: around a year with (3 months CTH)Start date: Immediate availability.Background check MANDATORY(French is mandatory) -The project manager will be responsible of the implementation of 3DX PLM system for the Completion activities (Business responsibility). They will work with the IT Project Manager of the headquarters and the business to make sure that the solution is optimized to cover the business needs.They will lead a team made of business analysts and Subject Matter Experts. (French is mandatory)SkillsAchieve project success by managing all activities of a project lifecycle to deliver/realize desired outcome(s) (time, budget, quality and benefits wise). Initiation: identify stakeholders, determine objectives and scope, identify staffing needs, kick-off project, etc.Planning: create the Project Management Plan, refine the scope, develop and publish the schedule, identify and evaluate risks, etc. Execution: acquire project team, manage project team, direct project work, manage communications, conduct procurements, etc.Monitoring & Controlling: perform integrated change management, monitor scope, schedule, costs and quality progress, stakeholders engagement, etc. Closure: confirm acceptance of deliverables, archive project documentation, release project team, close financial, etc. Develop and release all project management related documentation.Provide regular, accurate and timely project status to PMO management and other stakeholders as required.Mentor less experienced project managers, within the department and outside (i.e. delegated projects), to develop a culture of project management and ensure compliance to procedures.Maintain his/her PMP (or equivalent) certification.Promotes business transformation activities across the organization with positive communication and demeanor.