Project Manager I, II or III (Hybrid - La Crosse, WI)

Hiring Salary Range:

Level I: $67,100-$100,700

Level II: $86,900-$130,400

Level III: $99,900-$149,900

Compensation i destermined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications. The actual offer may vary, reflecting the candidate's unique blend of experience, educational background, and skill level.

Levels Overview:

Level I :

The Project Manager I serves as the primary point of responsibility for smaller-scale or less complex projects. This role focuses on assisting with project management activities and supporting cross-functional teams to achieve objectives.

Level II:

The Project Manager II independently manages moderately complex projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. This role involves leading teams, managing vendors, and refining PMO tools and practices.

Level III :

The Project Manager III leads complex projects with significant scope and organizational impact. This role requires advanced expertise, cross-functional leadership, and strategic collaboration with senior leadership.

Essential Job Functions:

Level I:

• •Assist with project planning, scope development, and resource coordination.
• •Support cross-functional teams and manage project documentation.
• •Deploy foundational PMO tools and provide basic health reporting.
• •Participate in training initiatives to build project management skills.

Level II:

• •Independently manage moderately complex projects with cross-functional teams.
• •Refine project scopes, budgets, and vendor relationships.
• •Utilize PMO tools to monitor project health and performance.
• •Contribute to process improvement within the PMO.

Level III:

• •Lead complex projects with significant organizational visibility.
• •Collaborate with senior leadership to align project goals with strategy.
• •Manage vendor relationships and mitigate risks.
• •Mentor junior project managers and enhance PMO capabilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Level I:

• •Bachelor’s degree in project management, business, finance, engineering, or a related field.
• •Basic understanding of project management principles and tools.

Level II:

• •Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with 3+ years of experience .
• •Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

Level III:

• •Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with 5+ years of experience .
• •Advanced expertise in managing complex projects and cross-functional teams.

General Requirements for All Levels:

• •PMP certification preferred (strongly preferred for Senior level).
• •Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• •Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, SharePoint, OnePlan, D365).
• •Ability to work in both indoor and field environments.

Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to occasionally wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.

Environmental Demands : Works primarily indoors, but at times will be expected to work in the field to coordinate project activities and may be around heat, noise, and mechanical/electrical hazards.