Project Manager

Akkodis is seeking a Project Manager I for an onsite contract with a client in Anderson, IN, requiring strong hands-on experience with Excel, SAP, and Power BI.Rate Range: $48/hr - $50/hr (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors)Notes: The candidate must have a project management background and extensive Excel experience. Experience with SAP and Power BI is preferred.Job Description:This position will assist with a client's advanced meter replacement program. They will help with work scheduling, project oversight, work order creation and dispatching, along with various other tasks.This position will assist with the client's advanced meter replacement program. They will help with work scheduling, project oversight, work order creation, and dispatching along with various other tasks.The main function of a non-IT project manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems and product roll-out, etc or any other non-IT-based project.Job Responsibilities:• Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.• Present and explain proposals, reports, and findings to clients.• Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.• Analyze technology, resource needs, and market demand to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.• Confer with management, production, and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.• Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates.• Direct, review and approve product designs and changes.• Consult or negotiate with clients to prepare project specifications.Skills:• Verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.• Expert ability to work independently and manage one’s time.• Expert leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.• Expert knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.• Expert knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.• Expert knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc.• High-level knowledge of Excel• Skills in SAP and Power BI preferredEducation Experience:• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.• PMI or PMP certification preferred.• 0-2 years of experience required.To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit https://www.akkodis.com/en/privacy-policy. The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:· The California Fair Chance Act· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance