Project Management Specialist

Under the direction of the CEO, assist each General Manager with the oversight and management of various capital projects within each casino, ensuring completion on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, budgeting, and staffing needs.
• Assist in coordinating and overseeing all aspects of project implementation, ensuring adherence to timelines and budget constraints.
• Identify, review, and suggest vendors and/or consultants to meet project needs.
• Monitor project progress continuously and report on measurable items such as milestones and deliverables.
• Identify and address issues and/or risks that may arise.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment, promoting teamwork and collaboration across departments.
• Oversee procurement of project materials and ensure that projects are completed within the constraints of time, cost, and quality.
• Work closely with the Purchasing Department to ensure all bids/contracts are completed and executed within tribal policies and procedures.
• Communicate regularly with stakeholders to provide updates on project status, risks, and issues.
• Schedule and/or facilitate project meetings as needed to maintain consistent progress.
• Act as a liaison between management and vendors to ensure the best products for all departments.
• Ensure compliance with tribal, federal, state, local, and company regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Prepare and present reports to the Board of Directors/Meetings as requested.
• Travel to Kewadin locations as needed.
• Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required or five years of large project management experience for an organization may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• One year of experience in administration, project management, or planning and development required in addition to the above-stated education requirements.
• Must undergo a criminal background investigation under the rules of the National Indian Gaming Commission to obtain and maintain a Gaming License.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable by the Sault Tribe Insurance Department.
• Must comply with annual driver’s license review and insurability standards with the Sault Tribe Insurance Department.

Skills

• Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Working knowledge of office machines, such as calculator, copier, fax, printer, and computer.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Reading and writing skills required.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Organizational skills and ability to plan, prioritize, and manage workload to meet goals in a timely manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to respond to difficult and stressful situations in an efficient, effective, and positive manner.
• Flexibility to work various shifts.
• Ability and willingness to travel to all Kewadin locations.
• Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.

Physical Requirements

• Position is sedentary, primarily sitting; lifting of a maximum of 10 pounds.
• Physical factors include constant use of near/midrange/far vision, depth perception, color/field of vision, typing; frequent sitting, use of hearing; occasional standing, walking, carrying/lifting, pushing/pulling, stooping, kneeling, reaching, use of smell, and bending.
• Working conditions are typical office environment.
• Potential hazards include computer use and occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, chemicals, needles/syringes, and equipment use.

Native American preferred. Pre-employment drug testing required.