Project Officer jobs

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As a
Lead Design Operations Project Manager , you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

• Focus on leading a diverse array of projects from simple to highly complex global packaging artwork through production art, approvals and through printing.
• Ability to lead creative / design and adaptation projects if needed.
• Drive global artwork consistency and design content accuracy within brand guidelines, while effectively managing details and proof-reading artwork.
• Understand packaging artwork requirements, including working with die lines, net contents, regulatory and warning texts, color and printing methods.
• Collaborate across many functions/disciplines within 3M (marketing, manufacturing, packaging engineering, regulatory, etc.) and with external agencies and printing companies.
• Strong problem solving and collaboration skills, keeping projects on brand, budget and on time.
• Manage project estimates, budget and timelines with internal and external partners.
• Strong knowledge of consumer brand design methodologies, including managing large global packaging redesigns from concept through production art to print.
• Adapt and work well with defined approaches, systems, best practices and processes.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new systems and processes as needed.
• Build and maintain relationships with key internal and external agency partners.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• High school diploma/ GED equivalent (completed and verified prior to start)
• Ten (10) years combined working experience in project management for packaging on production art within corporate, creative, agency and /or printing industry in a private, public, government or military environment
• Ten (10) years of experience in consumer packaging industry.
• Ten (10) years of experience in packaging artwork production with strong graphic design acumen.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• In-depth packaging design knowledge and experience with print production.
• Knowledge of packaging regulation and uniform packaging laws is important.
• Knowledge of consumer goods packaging industry.
• Experience in consumer healthcare industry.
• Understanding of current print and pre-press industry processes (offset, flexo, digital,
  gravure, etc.).
• Working knowledge of review tools, project management software, and Power BI applications.
• Ability to manage high volumes, shifting priorities, and tight timelines.
• Strong skills in communication, collaboration, time management and attention to detail, combined with a strategic approach.

Work location:

• This role follows an on-site working model, requiring the employee to work at least four days a week at the 3M Center in Maplewood, MN.

Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.

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Project Management

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules and timelines.

• Track project progress, identify potential risks and issues, and mitigate them.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.

• Manage project budgets and resources effectively to implement solutions

• Ability to deliver high quality solutions managing scope, on time, within budget and high customer satisfaction.

• Gain expertise and guide teams to follow management processes

• Demonstrates sound judgment and effective time management

• Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking skills

Technical Expertise

• Possess a strong understanding of physical security systems, including access control, video management, intrusion detection, and fire alarm systems.

• Prepare, review and approve design packages, ensuring adherence to industry standards and business requirements.

• Coordinate with design teams to develop accurate and detailed design documentation.

• Oversee the selection and procurement of appropriate equipment and materials.

• Implement quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet high standards.

• Conduct regular quality assurance reviews and audits.

• Identify and address quality issues promptly.

Relationship Management

• Build, collaborate, and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders (IT, Legal, Finance, Facilities, HR etc.)

• Set and manage expectations with vendors.

• Communicate effectively with business to understand their needs and expectations.

• Proactively address business concerns and resolve issues.

Required Skills

• 8+ years of experience managing physical security projects.

• Certifications in Project Management

• Strong technical knowledge of physical security systems (C-Cure, Access Control, identity management, video management, intrusion detection systems).

• Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., Jira, SmartSheets, CAD, BlueBeam etc).

• Knowledge of construction and facility management processes.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Employment Type

Full Time

US-North Carolina-Raleigh

Workplace type

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 years of experience in project management, business development, or engineering roles related to infrastructure.
  
• Experience developing and presenting business cases to executive leadership for executive approvals.
• Experience in the construction to operations handover process, including managing third-party commissioning.
• Experience in project/program management with a focus on projects and distributed teams.
• Experience with technology product life-cycle or localization.

• Master's degree in Engineering or other relevant fields or a Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Experience navigating the regional utilities process for new electrical service and infrastructure growth.
• Experience working in a global organization with various stakeholder groups.
• Experience with Google's operational standards and project delivery methodologies.
• Knowledge of grid infrastructure (transmission and distribution) and CPUC regulations.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems design for critical environments (data centers, laboratories, manufacturing facilities).

• FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP).
• Experience with 3,000 hours of flight time, including 1,000 hours in jet, with experience in international operations in GV or GVI (e.g., Gulfstream G550 or Gulfstream 650).
• FAA First Class Medical and FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit.
• Ability to report to the Bay Area within 48 hours of assignments.
• A valid U.S. driver’s license.

• Bachelor's degree.
• 3 years of experience as Pilot in Command for a global, multi-disciplined company, or related experience in the military.
• Experience with aviation-related project management in programs such as SMS, FOQA, Security, or International Operations.
• Ability to think creatively and bring nonstandard innovative solutions to the table.
• Excellent situational awareness, professionalism, communication and leadership skills, with the ability to function under pressure.