Why not become a Project Manager?
Other titles : Project manager, Project manager, Project coordinator
General description:
At AXE, the project manager is the orchestra conductor who coordinates the various teams to bring an industrial, technical or organizational project to a successful conclusion.
He/she plans, organizes, monitors progress and ensures compliance with deadlines, costs and quality. As the interface between management, technical teams and the customer, he or she guarantees the success and satisfaction of all stakeholders.
AXE values the organizational skills, rigor and communication skills of its project managers, who transform ideas into concrete achievements.
Main tasks :
- Define project objectives, resources and schedule
- Manage and coordinate internal and external teams
- Monitor project progress and ensure reporting
- Managing budgets and deadlines
- Identify risks and implement corrective solutions
- Lead project meetings and ensure communication with the customer
- Guarantee final quality and customer satisfaction
Recommended training / qualifications :
- Bac +5 Engineering or business schools
- Master’s degree in project management, management or engineering
- Project management certifications (Prince2, PMP, Agile, Lean Management) appreciated
- Experience in team management and technical coordination
Personal qualities :
- Leadership and team spirit
- Organization and rigor
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Analytical and decision-making skills
- Stress resistance and adaptability
Technical skills required :
- Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Planner, ERP, collaborative tools such as Trello, Jira, Asana, etc.)
- Knowledge of budget management and performance monitoring
- Technical understanding in the industrial or IT field, depending on the project
- Mastery of project management methods (Agile, V-cycle, Lean, etc.)
- Good command of English (often essential)
Place in the organization AXIS :
The project manager works at the crossroads: between technical teams, support departments, management and customers. He or she is the guarantor of the smooth running and success of strategic projects.
A word from the team leader:
“Our project managers are our conductors. They know how to mobilize everyone’s skills to turn an idea into a concrete reality. Their role is essential to our customers’ satisfaction and our performance.” – Alexandre V, GROUP Project Manager at AXE.
Frequently asked questions for project managers!
What are the working hours?
Project managers work mostly daytime hours, but may have to adapt to customer needs or project milestones.
Is it a stressful job?
It can be, especially in the face of tight deadlines and unforeseen circumstances. But it’s also exciting and gratifying, because you get to see the fruits of your labor first-hand.
Do you work alone or in a team?
Never alone! The project manager coordinates and federates different teams. Their role is above all collective and cross-functional.
Is it possible to enter the profession without experience?
You often start out as an assistant project manager or design engineer, before progressing to full project management. Experience in the field is essential.
What do project managers like best about AXE?
The variety of assignments, the autonomy, the opportunity to work on innovative projects, and the satisfaction of bringing an idea to fruition.
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