Project Leader

Introduction to the job
Works partly in operations and partly on project management. Manages mono-disciplinary stand-alone projects or leads sub projects. Coordinates the implementation of a defined, short-term change or project within set organizational procedures and standards. Projects typically involve continuous improvement of processes within own sector, which requires understanding of the process and the topic.

Knows the industry standards for project management and is able to lead others on the project.

Project timeline: 3-6 months. Resources: 1-2 FTE. Reporting line: manager level. Impact on small groups of employees.

Analyses requirements with sponsor/customer or senior colleagues, designs the implementation proposal and evaluates feasibility.

Role and responsibilities
Project Management Strategy and Methodology

Independently chooses and applies the relevant Project Management methodologies, including reporting, risk analysis and using ASML's project management standards and tools.

Project scope definition

Manages the delivery of research, workshops, and other activities to support the specification and agreement of project deliverables.

Business Needs / Improvements

Plans and coordinates the identification, elicitation of requirements; conducts analysis of those requirements for completion and alignment; documents and manages requirements throughout the life of the project; and coordinates the verification of the end deliverable. Identifies opportunities for improvement; proposes/makes improvements to work processes.

Generally done at the project level.

Project Planning / Roadmap

Produces workstream or project plans, ensuring that all activities are identified, are appropriately organized to deliver project objectives, and comply with the organization's project management framework.

Project Team Management

Leads a small project team; communicates the outcomes needed and direction to achieve outcome, coordinates team actions on project tasks; requests additional team member support when needed; and identifies areas of improvement necessary to build the capability of the team through training, coaching and mentoring.

Project Resource Management

Manages the deployment of project resources, proactively managing project costs, providing forecasts, and presenting variances with narrative at appropriate review points to ensure effective utilization.

Project Governance

Ensures project compliance with ASML's wider program and/or portfolio management decision-making structures and processes.

Stakeholder Management and Advising

Plans and delivers stakeholder engagement activities to develop effective project working relationships and to ensure that stakeholder needs and concerns are identified and met.

Project Risk and Issue Management

Identifies and evaluates risks, issues, dependencies, and constraints associated with the project, escalating where appropriate. Reviews and solves problems (technical, process, logistic), prioritizes, informs stakeholders, and escalates on problems where necessary.

Project Review / Reporting

Drafts project review reports and presentations, including key information, commentary, and recommendations to support the review process and enable stakeholders to evaluate progress and agree on change.

Project Benefit Realization

Carries out baseline assessment and post-implementation analyses to contribute to the measurement and tracking of business benefits.

People Development

Is able to organize team structure (roles & responsibilities) and meeting rhythm. Mentors project team members.

Education and experience

• Bachelor's Degree or above
• 3~5 years proven experience in a project leadership or project management role
• Experience managing ERP migration projects is highly preferred.

Skills

• Solid understanding of formal project management methodologies
• Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Technical background or ability to understand technical concepts relevant to the projects

Other information
Diversity and inclusion
ASML is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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