Project Manager IRC2834

Project ManagerIRC2834 Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesUnderstanding and developing skill sets necessary for the generation, administration, and accountability aspects of project schedules and resources Understanding and developing skill sets necessary for the preparation, administration, and accountability of expense and capital budgets, including assimilation of inputs from functional and business groups Support of general tasking associated with assisting the Project Manager/Project Director for reporting, schedule tracking and planning Providing assistance with researching of new tools, processes, etc. to move Ciena Project Management to a higher level. Understanding and developing skills to lead Engineering product development teams in execution of new development projects Understanding and developing skills to lead Engineering product development teams in areas of new product introduction and sustaining projects Support Project Managers and Project Directors with multiple product/release projects Understanding and developing skills to work closely with Operations Project Managers to transition new products from Engineering to Production Manufacturing SkillsStrong communication skills: written, verbal and in formal presentations Ability to provide alternate solutions using latest technologies in industry; able to ‘Think out of the Box’. Low level Project Management skills in scheduling, planning, tracking, and reporting; familiarity with associated processes and tools a must. Low level understanding of communication systems and technology and their applicability to the commercial telecommunications industry Low level understanding of product development life cycle Computer Science and software development background a plus Strong and demonstrated leadership skills Negotiation skills essential Demonstrated skills in desktop applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and MS Project or any other associated application programs Well versed in Collaboration tool application programs Able to work independently and meet specified goals Education/ExperienceBSEE or Technical Project Management or Computer Science Minimum 3 years in communications systems industry in project management and/or program management Some experience in project management, resource management, scheduling, budgeting and process development 5+ years in industry Apply to: http://www.ciena.com/corporate/careers.htm      Company: Ciena Corporation Location: Linthicum, MD 21090 Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Project/Program Management Occupations: General/Other: Project/Program Management Relevant Work Experience: 5+ to 7 Years Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Industry: Other/Not Classified Company: Ciena Corporation Referece Code: IRC2834