Project Manager

RaceTrac Company Overview

Job Description:

The Project Manager is responsible for providing direct support to strategic initiatives that span multiple departments and add value to the organization. This role involves overseeing the complete project management lifecycle for various projects, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring that project objectives align with the organization’s goals. Up to 10% travel required.

What You'll Do:

• Supports the entire project management lifecycle of multiple moderately complex projects from initiation through completion.

• Coordinates and communicates project plans and articulates roles, project goals, and timelines, while incorporating project lifecycle models.

• Carries out project support functions as needed.

• Creates, tracks, and adjusts project budgets to ensure projects are completed within financial parameters.

• Serves as a mentor to Associate Project Managers and provides guidance in the project management lifecycle and functions.

• Presents compiled research and analytical support to project sponsors and ensures buy-in from internal departments.

• Administers team logistics, including but not limited to team meetings, conference calls, meeting minutes, action items, and basic follow up items.

• Develops and maintains relationships between departments and internal stakeholders within the company.

• Manages expectations for the project sponsors, internal customers, teams and vendors.

• Provides continual follow up to ensure internal customer satisfaction.

• Demonstrates conflict management skills with the ability to identify, address, and resolve disputes effectively between project teams.

• Proactively identifies and resolves conflicts within project teams, ensuring timely and effective resolution.

• Oversees and defines project measures of success.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree from 4-year College or University;  a focus on industrial engineering, finance, business communications, or related field preferred.

• 2-4 years’ experience within a business, consulting, or analytical role preferred; a focus on engineering, finance, management, information systems and/or business related field  preferred.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, proficiency in Excel, Visio, and preferred.

• Proficiency in project management software, specifically SmartSheet preferred.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• PMP or other relevant certification is a plus.

Fueled by Growth, Driven by You

At RaceTrac, our people make the difference. Whether you’re working in a store, at our corporate office, or on the road, you’ll be part of a team that brings energy, innovation, and a passion for serving others every day. We support each other, celebrate wins big and small, and create opportunities for growth at every level. With four operating divisions RaceTrac, RaceWay, Energy Dispatch, and Gulf - there’s always a new challenge to take on and a new path to pursue. Join us and discover how far your career can go. 

To see what #LifeatRaceTrac is like, visit our LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram pages.

Responsibilities:

• Supports the entire project management lifecycle of multiple moderately complex projects from initiation through completion.
• Coordinates and communicates project plans and articulates roles, project goals, and timelines, while incorporating project lifecycle models.
• Carries out project support functions as needed.
• Creates, tracks, and adjusts project budgets to ensure projects are completed within financial parameters.
• Serves as a mentor to Associate Project Managers and provides guidance in the project management lifecycle and functions.
• Presents compiled research and analytical support to project sponsors and ensures buy-in from internal departments.
• Administers team logistics, including but not limited to team meetings, conference calls, meeting minutes, action items, and basic follow up items.
• Develops and maintains relationships between departments and internal stakeholders within the company.
• Manages expectations for the project sponsors, internal customers, teams and vendors.
• Provides continual follow up to ensure internal customer satisfaction.
• Demonstrates conflict management skills with the ability to identify, address, and resolve disputes effectively between project teams.
• Proactively identifies and resolves conflicts within project teams, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
• Oversees and defines project measures of success.

Qualifications:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to their race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.