Senior Project Manager

Position Summary

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager in a temp-to-hire position. The assignment will continue through May of 2010 and may lead to a permanent position. The Senior Project Manager performs the day-to-day management of custom research projects and is responsible for the tactical execution of tasks and coordination of the project team. Ion this role you will manage the research and quality assurance processes during the execution of the study. You will manage the operational budget and schedule of assigned projects and ensure that delivery of research services to Hansa|GCR clients is best-in-class.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Budget Management & Performance:

  • Manages the completion of operations budgets during the proposal stage, including data collection, vendor and internal operations costs.
  • Ensures the budget is complete and feasible upon commission and that all resources are sourced accordingly.
  • Monitors budget throughout each stage of the project; facilitates the efficient use of resources to help ensure profitability; ensures projects are executed according to the prescribed design and budget.
  • Ensures all team members are regularly aware of budget performance and facilitates their time and budget management accordingly.
  • Monitors performance metrics, including profitability and performance to budget on projects.
  • Facilitates vendor invoicing and ensures they are accurate and timely; understands foreign currencies as needed.

Process & Quality Management:

  • Coordinates workflow across all of operations, including Research Managers, Data Managers, Graphics Managers and Vendors.
  • Manages resources and monitors alignment with Hansa|GCR process guidelines to ensure the execution and delivery of engagements on time and on budget.
  • Coordinates and monitors the project team to align with Hansa|GCR quality assurance workflow at each stage of the project to ensure the highest level of quality execution and deliverables.
  • Coordinate with internal and external resources for completion of other key research functions; i.e. translation, programming, hosting, coding, data processing and charting.

Project Management:

  • Develops, maintains and monitors schedule.
  • Facilitates and leads meetings at key milestones
  • Develops a strong working knowledge of all documentation required for project management and facilitates accurate documentation across the team.
  • Ensures resources are correctly staffed, schedules are adhered to and deliverables are produced accurately and on-time.

Research Support:

  • Supports proposal development for custom research projects.
  • Supports senior research team and client by contributing to questionnaire development, reporting and client communications.
  • Trains and coaches Research Managers.
  • Performs the duties of the Research Manager as needed.

Requirements:
Ability to manage multiple, complex projects; good prioritization and time management skills; the ability to work in a deadline driven environment. The ability to communicate complex and technical issues clearly and effectively. The ability to solve complex data problems using critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to cost and manage vendors and to ensure these partners meet Hansa|GCR's process and quality assurance standards.

Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; 3 to 4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Technical Skills
Ability to understand, manipulate and contribute to the completion of deliverables; i.e. data files in different formats, reports, tables and other deliverables. Sufficient understanding of advanced analytical techniques to support the execution and quality assurance of these deliverables.

Computer Skills
Moderate to advanced skills in key office and research technologies that help facilitate the understanding of the research, the technology and the deliverables. This includes, but is not limited to, a sound understanding of SPSS; Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel; Survey, panel and coding platforms, etc.

To Apply
Send your resume and cover letter to: RD-jobs@gcrinsight.com