Project Manager

Job Title: Lead Project Manager

Location: Miami, FL

Industry: Marine Shipping & Transportation

Job Type: Full-Time

About Us:Our client is a prominent force in the marine shipping and transportation industry, based in Miami, FL. With a focus on innovation, efficiency, and sustainability, we are looking to expand our team by adding a Lead Project Manager. This role is crucial for supporting and guiding our ongoing projects, ensuring they align with our strategic objectives and are executed flawlessly.

Role Summary:The Lead Project Manager will be instrumental in overseeing a wide range of projects across the organization. This person must possess a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and have a proven track record of successful project management in a similar industry. The role involves direct collaboration with various departments, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget, and meet or exceed quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:Project Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects from inception to completion. This includes project planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. Strategic Alignment: Ensure all projects are aligned with the company’s strategic goals and contribute to our mission of being a leader in the marine shipping and transportation industry. Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success. Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, providing regular updates and ensuring all parties are aligned. Continuous Improvement: Implement project management best practices and lessons learned to continually improve project outcomes. Resource Management: Efficiently allocate resources, including personnel, budget, and materials, to maximize project success.

Project Scenarios:Fleet Expansion Project: Overseeing the acquisition and integration of new vessels into the existing fleet, ensuring they meet environmental and safety standards, and align with the company’s growth strategy. Digital Transformation Initiative: Leading a project to implement new software systems for operations management, aimed at increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving data analytics capabilities. Sustainability Program: Managing a company-wide initiative to reduce carbon emissions and improve environmental sustainability, including the adoption of cleaner fuels and energy-efficient technologies. Operational Excellence Drive: Leading a series of projects aimed at optimizing operational processes, improving supply chain efficiency, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Crisis Response Plan: Developing and implementing a comprehensive crisis management plan to address potential disruptions, including environmental disasters, geopolitical tensions, or significant market changes.

Qualifications:PMP certification is required. Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferredBachelor’s or master’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 7 years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within the marine shipping and transportation industry or a related field. Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams and manage projects across various departments. Strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a talent for negotiating and resolving conflicts. Proficient in project management software and tools.

Why Join Us?Opportunity to play a pivotal role in the strategic growth and efficiency improvement of a leading marine shipping and transportation company. Work in a dynamic environment that values innovation, teamwork, and sustainable practices. Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work culture. Chance to lead high-impact projects that shape the future of global shipping and transportation.

Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.