Project Manager

Do you want to be part of creating a safer world? Without thinking about it, you meet us in your everyday life – at home, in transit and at work. We are at the airport, where you commute, where you work, play and shop. Diverse in our offering, our customer outreach and in our mindset, Gunnebo is leading the transformation of the security business through digitalization and connectivity for the continuous development of smart entrance control and safe storage solutions.

If you are passionate about being part of an exciting transformation journey working with a global, multi-cultural and highly motivated organization this is the opportunity for you. Gunnebo is small enough to see your ideas come true, and big enough to realize your career goals.

About the Role:

Our Thane (Mumbai), India office is looking for a Project Manager to join the team. A Project Manager (PM) is a professional responsible for leading, planning, executing, and closing projects effectively and efficiently. The profile typically includes a combination of education, skills, and experience relevant to project management.

Profile:

Education: A Bachelor of Engineering degree in Instrumental, Mechanical, or Electromechanical field. With relevant certifications like PMP (Project Management Professional), AGILE, or PRINCE2.

Experience: Candidates must have experience and worked their way up from entry-level project coordinator positions to Project Manager—at least 4 to 5 years of Project Manager experience or relevant experience in specific industries or domains.

What You Will Do:

You will play a critical role in realizing both our ambition for overseeing project execution and catalyzing sales growth, commencing in 2024 and beyond.

Key responsibilities related to Project Manager is diverse and encompasses various tasks and responsibilities aimed at delivering successful projects that meet stakeholders' requirements and expectations.

· Project Planning: Develop project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, resources, and deliverables.

· Resource Allocation: Allocate resources, including human resources, finances, equipment, and materials, to support project activities.

· Team Leadership: Lead project teams, providing direction, guidance, and support to team members to ensure project success.

· Stakeholder Management: Communicate with stakeholders to keep them informed of project progress, address concerns, and manage expectations.

· Risk Management: Identify project risks, assess their potential impact, and develop strategies to mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.

· Quality Assurance: Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards by implementing quality control processes and conducting reviews and inspections.

· Budget Management: Manage project budgets, monitor expenses, and make adjustments as needed to ensure projects are completed within budget constraints.

· Communication: Communicate effectively with project team members, stakeholders, and other relevant parties to ensure alignment and transparency throughout the project.

· Documentation: Maintain accurate project documentation, including plans, schedules, reports, and other relevant records, to track progress and ensure accountability.

· Problem-solving: Address issues and challenges that arise during the project, making decisions and implementing corrective actions to keep the project on track.

Key responsibilities related to contributing to our business growth:

· Augmented Project Efficiency and Productivity: Project Manager must streamline operations, leading to increased efficiency and productivity.

· Improved Project Outcomes with Reduced Failure Risks: Through meticulous oversight, risks of project failure will diminish, resulting in improved project outcomes.

· Optimized Resource Allocation and Cost Savings: Efficient resource allocation under the Project Manager's guidance will generate cost savings.

· Elevated Team Morale and Job Satisfaction: Clear leadership and guidance will bolster team morale and job satisfaction.

· Enhanced Stakeholder Satisfaction: Timely and high-quality project delivery will enhance stakeholder satisfaction.

What you need to have:

· Previous experience of working in project management and customer facing role within a fast-paced environment.

· Prior experience of working with Large and government projects

· Growth mindset

· Solutions oriented.

· Excellent listening and communication skills

· Relationship Management skills

· Team Oriented

· Excellent multi-tasking/attention to detail

· Ability to remain calm under pressure.

· Excellent problem-solving skills

· Excellent Microsoft office skills

· Leadership: Ability to lead and motivate teams, make decisions, and resolve conflicts.

· Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with team members, stakeholders, and clients.

· Organizational: Excellent organizational skills to manage tasks, resources, and timelines effectively.

· Problem-solving: Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address challenges and make decisions.

· Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently to meet deadlines.

· Technical Skills: Proficiency in project management tools and software, as well as knowledge of industry-specific tools and technologies.

· Risk Management: Understanding of risk management principles and strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.

· Budgeting and Cost Management: Knowledge of budgeting processes and experience managing project budgets effectively.

· Adaptability: PMs should be adaptable to changing project requirements, environments, and stakeholders' needs.

What will make you stand out?

· Interest in security and technology

· Being able to connect instantly and build rapport easily.

· Proven track record of exceeding targets

· Able to demonstrate you are obsessed with giving great services.

· Experience of working with project management tools.

· Flexibility, sometimes things change and so will your priorities.

· Demonstrate excellence in execution.

Why join us.

We offer a truly great place to work but don’t take our word for it, our own team have said the following:

· No micromanagement, we are trusted to do a good job.

· We have a collaborative culture, with a nonhierarchical style of working.

· We are given the tools we need to do a good job.

· Your opinion is always welcome.

· We are always looking at new and innovative ways of working.

· We are a team and help each other out!

About Gunnebo Group

The Gunnebo Group is a global leader in security offering innovative products and services to protect and control the flow of people, and to safely secure valuables. Through our businesses Gunnebo Entrance Control and Gunnebo Safe Storage we offer solutions to customers in retail, public transport, public and commercial buildings, industrial and high-risk sites and banking. We operate worldwide through our 3,400 employees, 25 country locations and 10 production facilities to serve customers in over 100 markets. Together we create a safer world.

Gunnebo Entrance Control specializes in access control solutions enabling customers increased efficiency, safety and end-user experience. Our wide range of products are designed to create a safe environment without restricting freedom of movement, whether it is to enter the lobby of a company, a store, an entertainment area, an industrial area and public transport. We shape the future of people flow management.

Gunnebo Entrance Control proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.