Project Management Specialist
A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Project Management Specialist. Position Type : Full Time, Contract Duration : 12+ months Contract Location : Seattle, WA
As a Project Management Specialist, you will :
- Manage administration and project coordination for Technical Fellowship programs, including selection, utilization tracking, onboarding, and recognition / benefits distribution.
- Develop, monitor, and report on key metrics and dashboards (e.g., NDT Tableau) to assess the health and progress of technical development programs.
- Oversee Technical Leadership Experts (TLEs) across all Business Units within the Quality organization and support Technical Talent Reviews (TTR), gap analysis, and succession planning.
- Create and maintain program content, including nomination, selection, onboarding guides, and communication strategies for new cycles and ongoing engagement.
- Plan and facilitate professional development activities such as Lunch and Learns, informational panels, knowledge sharing sessions, and All Teams meetings.
- Implement pipeline strategies to foster technical excellence, critical skill development, mentoring programs, and integration into critical business initiatives.
- Launch and maintain online platforms, databases, and InSite pages for Technical Fellowship programs, including management of Smartsheet content for applications and coaching forms.
- Coordinate and execute showcase events highlighting technical workforce accomplishments and progress.
- Update and maintain skill architecture matrices, definitions, and onboarding materials to align with evolving organizational needs.
- Support enterprise engineering initiatives and workforce integration efforts through effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders.
Required Skills :
5+ years of experience with Project Management5+ years of experience in leadership either formally or informally leading teams in a cross functional environment.3+ years of experience building relationships and partnering with all levels of employees, including executives3+ years of experience in developing presentations for and presenting to executive leadership3+ years of experience aerospace manufacturing operations and / or manufacturing support3+ years of experience supporting Quality and / or Engineering teamsBachelor's Degree or higherPreferred Skills :
Minimum of 5 years of proven project management experience with a strong emphasis on implementing technical development strategies and driving programs from initiation through successful completion.Demonstrated expertise in identifying critical paths, prioritizing tasks effectively, and developing clear, actionable plans to launch and sustain new initiatives within complex environments.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with a track record of collaborating across multiple business units and senior leadership to align technical development efforts with organizational objectives.Experience working across diverse business units and functions, navigating cross-functional dynamics to achieve program goals.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex information clearly and fostering strong relationships at all organizational levels.Education : Bachelor's and typically 6 or more years' related work experience, a master's degree and typically 4 or more years' related work experience.
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