Senior Project Manager

Yamaha Motor USA

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Newport, RI

Why you should apply for a job to Yamaha Motor USA:

  • The Yamaha Women’s Alliance is an ERG that supports women in the organization, empowering them to reach their professional goals.
  • We value the health and safety of our employees therefore, offer low-cost benefits and medical offerings that are second to none.
  • We believe that all employees should experience the thrill of utilizing our products, as such, employees are able to borrow our product.
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    Position summary

    ent project management skills, and expertise in testing and quality assurance. An understanding of the marine industry practices and challenges is a bonus.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Lead end-to-end project management for software and technology solutions tailored to the marine industry.

    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and marine engineers, globally, to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.

    • Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets; monitor progress and ensure on-time delivery.

    • Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and milestones.

    • Ensure technical feasibility and alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

    • Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving issues proactively.

    • Contribute to continuous improvement in project workflows and team collaboration.

    • Manage test engineering team

    Qualifications:

    • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; PMP certification is a plus.

    • Project Management Experience: 5+ years of project management experience, with at least 3 years managing software development projects. Proven ability to deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget.

    • Marine Industry Experience: An understanding of marine systems, operations, and challenges. Experience managing projects involving marine-specific technologies such as monitoring systems, navigation systems or marine sensors.

    • Technical Skills: Proficient in software development methodologies, including Agile and Scrum. Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and experience working with technical teams.

    Preferred Skills and Experience:

    • Hands-on experience in the development or deployment of software systems used in marine applications.

    • Expertise in project management tools such as Jira or Microsoft Project.

    • Expertise in cloud management tools such as Microsoft Azure.

    • Demonstrated ability to manage geographically distributed teams and offshore development partners.

    • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to anticipate and address challenges effectively.

    • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience presenting to stakeholders at all levels.

    • Experience or willingness to work with a diverse and global team

    What We Offer:

    • Competitive salary and benefits package.
    • Opportunity to work on innovative projects that impact the future of marine technology.
    • A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
    • Supportive environment for professional growth and development

    Why you should apply for a job to Yamaha Motor USA:

  • The Yamaha Women’s Alliance is an ERG that supports women in the organization, empowering them to reach their professional goals.
  • We value the health and safety of our employees therefore, offer low-cost benefits and medical offerings that are second to none.
  • We believe that all employees should experience the thrill of utilizing our products, as such, employees are able to borrow our product.