Project Manager
At Cadence OneFive, Project Managers play a crucial role in ensuring the successful execution of projects within and across various departments, including product, revenue, and strategic growth. This role requires a blend of project management expertise, adaptability, and strong communication skills to drive projects forward and contribute to our company’s success.
Responsibilities
Project Manager responsibilities may vary depending on the specific team and context, but in general will include:
- Manage projects, ensuring alignment with Cadence OneFive’s mission and objectives
- Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and documentation
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project success
- Manage project scope, resources, and budgets effectively
- Identify and mitigate project risks, escalating issues when necessary
- Facilitate clear communication between team members and stakeholders
- Manage stakeholder expectations and provide regular project updates
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of project management processes at Cadence OneFive
- Adapt to the specific needs and methodologies of different departments as required
- Stay informed about industry trends relevant to Cadence OneFive’s mission and projects
Skills & Competencies
Project Managers are expected exhibit the competencies of Manager of One as well as Horizontal Leadership competencies appropriate for the scope of their responsibilities.
Project Management
Expertise in managing projects from inception to completion.
Behaviors
- Creates and maintains comprehensive project plans, timelines, and documentation
- Manages project scope, resources, and budgets effectively
- Identifies and mitigates project risks proactively
- Ensures projects are delivered on time and within budget
Adaptability and Versatility
Ability to adapt to different project types and departmental needs within the organization.
Behaviors
- Quickly grasps key concepts and requirements
- Applies project management principles flexibly across various contexts
- Adjusts communication and management styles to suit different team dynamics
- Stays open to learning new skills and methodologies as needed for diverse projects
Communication & Stakeholder Management
Strong skills in communicating with diverse stakeholders and managing their expectations.
- Writes concise, clear, plain-English documents, missives, and presentations. Cultivates disciplined editing habits honed for disambiguation and accessibility
- Exercises social awareness and empathy in interpersonal interactions
- Highly responsive to both internal and external stakeholders
Behaviors
- Creates stakeholder communication plans outlining update frequency and content
- Leads meetings with a structured agenda and clear action items and distributes meeting minutes with highlighted action items within 24 hours
- Delivers briefings focusing on key metrics, risks, and decisions
- Responds to stakeholder inquiries within 24 hours
- Facilitates stakeholder conflict resolution as needed
- Maintains a transparent record of significant stakeholder interactions
- Creates and implements methods to gauge stakeholder satisfaction
Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking
Ability to analyze complex situations, think critically, and develop effective solutions.
Behaviors
- Analyzes project challenges and develops innovative solutions
- Thinks strategically to align projects with organizational goals
- Makes informed decisions based on available data and insights
- Remains calm and focused when addressing unexpected issues