Parker Leadership Development Program - Program Management Location: Cleveland, OH, United States Job Family : Program Management Job Type : Regular Posted : Aug 26, 2024 Job ID: 50610 Back to Search Results Job Description Apply Now > Save Job Job Saved Position Summary: As an LDA entering the Project Management career track, you can expect to spend your two-year rotation in a Program Planning and Control (PP&C) Associate analyst role. This position offers a wealth of opportunities to learn and apply key program control tools, processes, and software applications that are essential for success within the project management field. The LDA rotation program is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge and skills needed to excel as project managers. This immersive program focuses on core project management practices, including: Cost Management: Understanding and controlling project budgets. Schedule Management: Planning, executing, and monitoring project timelines. Risk Management: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks. Change Control: Managing project scope changes effectively. Earned Value Management: Tracking progress and measuring project performance. Work & Organizational Structures: Understanding various project team structures and organizational dynamics. Stakeholder Management: Engaging and managing stakeholders effectively. Production Readiness: Ensuring projects are ready for successful launch and implementation. While the above list is not all inclusive, mastering these fundamental practices, participants will be well-prepared to navigate the challenges and rewards of a successful Program Management career. As a PPC analyst, LDA's will gain valuable experience working alongside experienced project managers and other team members. This collaborative environment will expose you to key tools and processes while fostering professional Program Management development. By observing best practices, asking questions, and taking on project-related responsibilities, LDA's will learn firsthand how to manage projects effectively and develop their own unique approach. This hands-on experience will pave the way for a successful career in Program Management. Responsibilities: Establish a comprehensive Program Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB) to facilitate earned value and project management practices. Conduct rigorous analysis of program cost and schedule performance, identifying emerging trends, and providing insights and corrective action recommendations to Project Leadership. Support Program Management in assessing program risks and opportunities including preparation and analysis of Estimates at Complete (EACs) and complete financial support to assigned program teams. Ensures customer requirements are achieved by supporting the development and execution of a program management plan, complete with a baseline performance schedule, a cost management baseline, and other essential project management components. Ability to communicate project status to key stakeholders and customer through project/program reviews and serve as the customer advocate to fulfill contract requirements; work with the project management team to identify and address complex and critical issues and to resolve problems encountered by the team. Qualifications: Must be in senior standing and currently enrolled in an applicable degree (BA/BS degree in engineering, sciences, business, or a related field; advanced degree (MS/MBA) preferred) with a graduation date before June 2025 and a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Parker requires all PM's to become and maintain PMP certification. This requirement is typically required within 6 months of assignment. For LDA candidates, satisfying this requirement will be determined bas