TekWissen ®

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Job Title: Project Manager/ Program Manager (Automotive) Location: Newark, CA, 94560 Duration: 7+ Months Job Type: Temporary Assignment Work Type: Onsite Payrate:$ 108.00 - 108.00/hr. Overview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients worldwide. Job Description: Key Responsibilities System Implementation & Configuration • Deploy and configure Primavera P6 (or equivalent tool) for Vehicle Program use. • Develop customized dashboards, workflows, and reporting aligned with stakeholder needs. • Integrate workstreams including Design, Engineering, Operations, and Enterprise functions. Program Scheduling & Integration • Create and maintain a consolidated master timeline across all vehicle program phases. • Define tasks, durations, dependencies, and milestones across functional workstreams. • Align schedules with resource allocation, risk management, and program deliverables. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Facilitate integration planning sessions with Design, Engineering, Operations, and Enterprise leaders. • Implement collaboration workflows for schedule updates and dependency tracking. • Conduct validation workshops with stakeholders to ensure data accuracy and usability. Training & Knowledge Transfer • Develop and deliver training programs (pilot, full workstream, and rollout phases). • Create user guides, quick reference sheets, and training materials. • Lead train-the-trainer sessions and ongoing knowledge reinforcement activities. Governance & Reporting • Establish executive-level dashboards and reports for schedule visibility. • Monitor adherence to timelines, critical paths, and resource usage. • Provide regular progress updates and status reports to leadership. Post-Implementation Support • Lead system optimization based on user feedback. • Ensure integration with enterprise systems (ERP, PLM). • Provide ongoing support, documentation, and system maintenance. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or related field. • 5+ years of experience in project scheduling, project controls, or program management within large-scale product development or manufacturing environments. • Expertise with Primavera P6 or equivalent project management software. • Strong knowledge of scheduling methodologies, critical path analysis, and resource planning. • Experience leading enterprise-level tool implementations and integrations. • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to design and deliver effective training programs for diverse user groups. TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.