Project Planner - Military Veterans

Overview

Why Project Planning in the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) at GM Financial?

Are you a highly skilled and motivated Project Planner looking for an exciting opportunity? Join our Enterprise Project Management Office and play a critical role in resource capacity planning across a diverse project portfolio! If you have a strong background in project management, data analysis, and resource planning, and are experienced with various methodologies and PPM software like Planview, we want to hear from you. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about continuous improvement and innovation, apply now and be part of our dynamic and innovative team at GM Financial!

At GM Financial, our team members define and shape our culture - an environment that welcomes new ideas, fosters integrity and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work - we thrive.

Our Purpose: We pioneer the innovations that move and connect people to what matters .

Responsibilities

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Project Planner to join our team. The primary focus of this role is to support resource capacity planning across our project portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, data analysis, and resource planning. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments to ensure optimal resource allocation and project success.

• Assist in the development and maintenance of resource plans for multiple projects within the portfolio
• Collaborate with project managers, resource managers, and stakeholders to understand resource needs and constraints; develop and maintain resource data and tools to support decision-making
• Participate in project planning meetings to provide insights on resource availability and constraints
• Monitor and report on resource capacity and utilization metrics to ensure alignment with project goals and timelines
• Analyze resource utilization data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement
• Provide recommendations for resource forecast adjustments based on data analysis and project priorities
• Assist in the preparation of resource capacity reports and presentations for senior management
• Support the implementation of resource management best practices and processes
• Actively support and promote consistent application of GPPM processes and procedures
• Foster and champion an environment that promotes trust, self-development, continuous improvement, innovation and quality outcomes
• Capture and distribute meeting minutes highlighting decisions, action items, issues, risks, and key discussion topics as needed

Qualifications

What makes you a dream candidate?

• Proven experience and knowledge of the discipline of project management including common principles, methodologies and tools used by practitioners
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to tailor the message based on the audience
• Strong problem-solving, multi-tasking and decision making abilities; detail oriented
• Leadership skills and ability to learn new skills quickly
• Skilled at producing polished reports using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and/or PPM software
• Proactively achieves goals and objectives and applies critical thinking skills in day-to-day problems and solutions
• Ability to demonstrate integrity while successfully managing work demands and pressure; continually pursues personal development
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent work experience preferred
  • 1+ years of experience working with resource estimating and project scheduling or related experience required

What We Offer: Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), tuition assistance, training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays

Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture - an environment that welcomes innovative ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work - we thrive

Compensation: Competitive pay and bonus eligibility

Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 2-days a week in office

NOTE: We are unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship for this position

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