Automotive Project Manager

at  PBS Systems

Company Name: PBS Systems
Job Location: Calgary, AB
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
No. of Openings: 1
Internal Job Title: Project Manager – Tier 1
Reports To: Team Lead, Project Management
Job Requirement(s): Travel within North America approx. 2 weeks per month
“PBS is the fastest growing “All Inclusive Business Platform” vendor in North America and we’ve only just begun!”

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-2 years’ experience in the automotive industry or dealership operations is required
• 1-2 years’ experience in project management, preferably in software implementation or conversion projects is considered an asset
• College diploma or bachelor’s degree in computer science, business administration, or a related field is considered an asset
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Ability to travel within Canada and the USA a minimum of 2 weeks per month; in consequence proof of valid passport and/or US visa (if applicable), and valid full class driver’s license are required
• Ability to work weekends and holidays, as needed
• Ability to work non-standard hours, as needed

THE ROLE:

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the software conversion of new PBS customers, helping them transition from their current DMS provider to PBS.
This position is based out of our Calgary office. 50% of your time will be spent in the office and 50% of your time will be spent traveling to customer sites throughout North America as part of the pre-installation and installation team.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Maintain regular communication with customers, internal teams, and other stakeholders to provide updates on project status, risks, and issues
• Prepare and present project progress reports, metrics, and other documentation
• Ability to organize and manage multiple tasks, timelines and resources simultaneously
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively to ensure deadlines are achieved
• Ability to be adaptable and adjust plans and strategies to keep projects on track
• Ability to work collaboratively with the project team to achieve goals
• Ability to lead the project team to success by providing clear direction, motivation and support
• Identify and solve problems that may arise during a project
• Learn and develop an understanding of the PBS software
• Achieve and maintain one silo certification
• This role requires 50% travel to customer sites located in different regions, travel may be domestic or international depending on project requirements
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned