Assistant, Program Manager

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Position Summary:

The Assistant Program Manager is responsible for tactically managing strategic programs for Royal Caribbean Cruises LTD He/she is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day activities and operations of a particular program Consults with global external and internal partners in various departments to gather analyze and report data for recommended courses of action Proactively leads plans and drives activities of the strategic program to ensure completion within prescribed time frame and budget Functions as an in-house process driver and enabler of a matrixed operating department representatives Programs assigned are typically high priority high profile and multi-departmental initiatives for the organization and thus require continuous communication and interaction in a dynamic fast paced environment with the Sr Program Manager and department executives Manage all aspects of program planning tracking and status reporting The Assistant Program Manager must have the ability to follow an existing structured process framework yet have the skills to innovate He/she Independently maintains relationships with key customers and oversees in collaboration with the Sr Program Manager the following essential tasks through matrixed resources

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead and provide overall direction to a small team of one to two resources consisting of either a Project Analyst and/or Coordinator that are responsible for the day-to-day administrative and reporting details of assigned projects

Utilize project management tools and industrial engineering techniques to lead and oversee the maintenance of program scope customer and executive expectations as well as overall program focus

Ability to develop a clear and detailed plan in order to ensure that a program is feasible and doesn’t veer off course The Assistant Program Manager will need to have the skills to develop a step-by-step plan with well-defined tasks and to make sure the team stays on a timeline

Lead coach and advise the recommended course of action to the project team direct reports and clients in outlining milestones establishing work plans responsibilities scope and tracking routines

Participate in the study of operational needs and current operational performance to identify areas for improvement and efficiency on assigned project

Acts as the liaison between the client and the various project team members external companies and internal departments

Reviews status reports prepared by project personnel modifies schedules or plans as required

Organizes the communication of the project plan status on a regular basis to project stakeholders and core team

Follow-up with team members to meet project deadlines and provide input on team member activities for schedule review process

Coordinates activities to ensure project progresses on schedule and accurately reflects current project status through regular updates of tasks and statuses

Tracks progress of owner supply specification requisition and procurement

Works with Financial Department to track the owner supply budget cost control and reporting

Leads and organizes team in development of monthly presentations for senior executives

Oversees preparation of project reports related to revise/ land projects for management client or others

This position may require travel to and from ships shipyards and/or vendor facilities located in Europe Asia and North America (<= 25%)

Remains current with industry trends especially as related to contemporary project management techniques as they impact project objectives

Performs other duties as required

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position

Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management

Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree with a concentration in Business Management Industrial Engineering Program Management or related field

Minimum of 5 years of related experience with at least 2 years leading a team

Knowledge & Skills:

Strong leadership skills and proven experience in leading a small team of professionals

Solid written and verbal communication skills a must

Clear and precise communication at all levels of the organization essential

Excellent interpersonal skills strength in communicating in a multicultural environment with all levels of employees and management

Strong ability to manage clients and partners

Excellent organizational and presentation skills

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Solid understanding of accounting rules for expense and capital activities

Detail oriented with excellent analytical financial and spreadsheet modeling skills

Must be familiar with the working drawing process inclusive of drawing dimensioning and detailing deck plans elevations sections and details

Ability to understand and interpret architectural plans sections elevations and details

Ability to define problems collect data establish facts and draw valid conclusions

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

Software:

Proficiency in MS Word Excel PowerPoint Visio and Project required Familiarity with AutoCAD system essential

Internal Candidates: Knowledge of CAR process: budget approval reconciliation and reporting AMOS Niku Lotus Notes Database JDE and Essbase

Ability to read analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals business periodicals financial reports legal documents and government regulations

Ability to clearly and effectively present information to top management public groups and/or boards of directors

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those requirements employees must meet to perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodations

The employee is regularly required to sit stand write review and type reports compile data and operate a pc The employee communicates listens compares variables and assesses information

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision

The employee regularly moves about the office complex and may climb descend lift or move 10 pounds

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations

The environment includes office location and/or moving inside/outside the office

A high noise level is possible if visiting shipboard dry dock newbuilding or offsite locations

Personal protective equipment will be provided as needed in these situations

We know there's a lot to consider As you go through the application process our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance and more relevant details to answer any additional questions Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group We'll hope to see you onboard soon!

*It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race color religion sex age national origin disability sexual orientation sexuality gender identity or expression marital status or any other characteristic protected by law Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment*

Nearest Major Market: Miami