[Remote] Assistant Project Management, Smartsheet Systems Specialist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Siemens is a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. The Project Management Digital Tools Specialist will drive continuous process improvement and foster a culture of efficiency within the Project Management department by designing, developing, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance project predictability and streamline workflows.

Responsibilities

• Process Identification & Analysis: Collaborate closely with project managers across various teams to identify pain points, inefficiencies, and opportunities for process optimization throughout the entire project lifecycle, from initiation to closure
• Market Research & Tool Evaluation: Continuously research, evaluate, and pilot new project management software, collaboration tools, automation platforms, and methodologies to identify best-fit solutions for the department's needs
• Solution Design & Implementation: Design, develop, and implement innovative process improvements and tool integrations that enhance project planning, execution, monitoring, reporting, and stakeholder communication
• Performance Measurement: Define, track, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to project efficiency, on-time delivery, resource utilization, and budget adherence, using data-driven insights to inform further improvements
• Adoption & Training: Facilitate workshops, create documentation, and provide ongoing training and support to ensure the successful adoption and effective utilization of new processes and tools by the project management team
• Continuous Learning & Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the project management community, staying abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies
• Reporting & Communication: Prepare and present comprehensive reports on process improvement initiatives, their impact, and future recommendations to project management leadership and other key stakeholders
• Proactive Problem Solving:The continuous analysis of processes and tools allows for the identification and resolution of systemic issues before they escalate, preventing common project pitfalls
• Streamlined Workflows:The individual will identify bottlenecks, redundant steps, and manual tasks, then design and implement more efficient processes, leading to faster project execution
• Optimized Tool Utilization:By researching, implementing, and integrating the right tools, project managers can automate routine tasks, improve collaboration, and access real-time data, freeing them up for higher-value activities
• Reduced Administrative Burden:Less time spent on manual reporting, data entry, or navigating cumbersome systems means more time focused on actual project leadership
• Reduced Frustration:By removing process roadblocks and providing effective tools, the role reduces daily frustrations for project managers, improving job satisfaction
• Focus on Core Competencies:With streamlined processes, project managers can dedicate more time to strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership, rather than administrative overhead
• Culture of Continuous Improvement:The presence of this role embeds a mindset of ongoing refinement and innovation within the project management function
• In essence, this position acts as an internal consultant and change agent for the project management function, directly contributing to a more mature, efficient, and successful project delivery capability for the entire organization

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering or Information Technology
• 1 plus years of experience in project management or project administration including application and concepts of Electrical Products
• Extensive familiarity with various software and a strong aptitude for quickly learning and mastering new technologies. (Smartsheet, DocuSign, Knime, Tableau, etc.)
• Experience with process mapping, workflow automation, change management principles, and user adoption strategies
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with the ability to define meaningful KPIs, collect and interpret data, and derive actionable insights
• Must be eligible to work in the US with no sponsorship now or in the future
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively engage, influence, and build rapport with project managers and stakeholders at all levels
• Proactive, self-motivated, and a continuous learner with a passion for optimizing workflows and driving organizational change
• Demonstrated ability to identify systemic inefficiencies, analyze complex problems, an develop practical, scalable, and sustainable solutions

Benefits

• Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees.

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