Are you a planner?  Do you manage your To-Do list like a pro?  (Be honest – how many times today have you already reorganized it?)  Are you the one that keeps a cool head when everything around is going crazy? Are you the person we all want in our group for any group project? If so, David Weekley Homes is seeking a Project Manager to join our team!

We are specifically looking for a Project Manager to oversee the planning and execution of large-scale business process projects across multiple teams. This position is not for a Product Owner or Scrum Master. 

This person will work closely with team members across the company at all levels to:

Develop and maintain comprehensive business project plans – including project scope, objectives, deliverables, resource allocation and timelinesCoordinate project activities and lead project teams to ensure timely delivery of milestones and objectivesMonitor project progress, identify risks and issues, and implement mitigation strategy to keep projects on trackFacilitate communication between technical and non-technical to ensure alignment and transparencyPrepare and deliver project status updates and performance metrics to leadership TeamDrive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project delivery process and enhance overall efficiency of the Information Services TeamResearch, document, and analyze business processes and requirements across the companyUse data-driven approach to identify trends and recommend improvements to business processes

The Candidate

We are looking for:

Is experienced in leading large-scale business process projects – specifically project planning and management from start to finishIs highly organized – able to keep track of project timelines, deliverables, and resources to meet project deadlines, able to juggle multiple – sometimes competing - prioritiesIs a strong leader who effectively delegates tasks and inspires the project team to deliver results without directly managing the individual Team MembersIs an excellent communicator able to clearly convey expectations, give feedback and resolve conflicts; comfortable communicating to management and asking for assistance when needed; strong verbal and written communication skills – in person and virtuallyIs able to quickly adapt and change courses as needed to overcome project delaysIs able to anticipate potential opportunities and issues and proactively prepares potential solutionsIs able to visualize how different business processes interact and develop strategies to leverage the common componentsIs comfortable asking questions to uncover what’s working, what’s not working, and what would make our business operate more efficientlyIs willing to explore and learn parts of the business you may not already knowIs a great listener – both to direct and indirect feedback from the teamIs an engaging presenter – able to sell ideas with facts and benefitsWilling to learn through experiences and involvement in business processes

The Position

You will be required to:

Develop and maintain project plans – pulling together resources from across the IT Team (and occasionally beyond) to deliver project objectives in a timely mannerOrganize Project Team resources and keep projects moving with specific deadlines and deliverablesRegularly communicate with Project Team to provide guidance, direction and supportPlan, organize and host in-person and virtual project meetings with the Project Team and Stakeholders as neededCommunicate project progress, potential obstacles and recommended solution to management TeamDevelop and organize project documentation – working with Business Process Analysts, User Experience Designers, Product Owners, and Implementation SpecialistsDefine quality standards for project deliverables and ensure that standards are met as project proceeds towards completionUnderstand detailed project requirements and how the project supports the overall strategy of the companyGathering consensus on recommendations – follow up on feedback as neededLimited business travel may be required
Qualifications

The Technical

You need to have or know:

Project management experience – ability to lead a Project Team, define the steps required to take a project from start to finish and to see these tasks through to completion; ability to manage multiple projects at one timeWillingness to adopt new technology and build technical skills to support development of business solutionsSQL, Power BI, and data analytics skills (You don’t have to be a Developer, but you will need to be able to interact with lots of information in many forms.)
Additional Information

Work Location:  This role is located at our headquarters in Houston, TX and requires a minimum of 3-4 days per week in the office. Our office is located at I-10 Katy Freeway and 610 W Loop N Fwy.

Please note that we do not offer sponsorship for work visas.

What We Offer:

Come build your future with our winning team, recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" 18 times! David Weekley Homes builds in 19 markets across the U.S. and is one of the largest private home builders in America. 

We offer an excellent benefits package that includes:

Health Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision401k and discretionary 8% matchEmployee Stock Ownership PlanProfit SharingVacation, Paid Holidays, plus PTONew Home Discount for Team Member and FamilyCollege Scholarship ProgramCommunity OutreachSabbaticalsAnd more!

David Weekley Homes is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by state or federal law.

Note to Job Seekers: No telephone calls or walk-ins please. Interviews are by appointment only. Your resume will be reviewed and qualified candidates may be contacted in the event of a potential job match, or if further information is needed.