Location: Detroit Lakes,MN, USA
OUR CULTURE IS ONE-OF-A-KIND AND TRULY SETS US APART. We are proud of our humble beginnings and non-corporate style. We offer a unique atmosphere, unlike any other manufacturer. We work hard to be the best and we seek only committed individuals that will help move our company forward and embrace our values and culture. Lakeshirts | Blue 84 is one of the largest privately-owned screen-printing manufacturers in the United States, responsible for decorating and distribution of a wide variety of garments for the resort, college and K-12 markets. At our headquarters in Detroit Lakes, MN, we employ over 900 great people, proudly producing 45,000+ garments daily. It's not just a job but a lifestyle. Our job descriptions help support and guide you in the role you play in making our company successful. LIFE'S BETTER IN A T-SHIRT. IT REALLY IS.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT | LEADING TEAMS TO SUCCESSFULLY EXECUTE PROJECTS. ON TIME. IN SCOPE.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
The Development Project Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of software development projects, ensuring that they are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives. The role requires a strong understanding of project management methodologies, software development processes, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. The ideal candidate will coordinate with development teams, product managers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions while managing risks, resolving issues, and driving continuous improvement.
It's equally important that this person is a humble, committed, personable, motivated individual with a servant leadership style who thrives on guiding and collaborating with team members. We are looking for someone who has a genuine passion for our unique and cool products, builds relationships, and drives positive change.
We're not your average company, either in culture or performance. We like each other. We love our products and our customers. And much like the customers with whom we do business, we like to win (speaking of TEAM, it's another one of our core values). We are a brand and a company on its ascendancy. We have a non-corporate culture where decisions can be made quickly, change is welcomed (we remain NIMBLE & open-minded), and individuals have the ability to define their own success.
This is a hybrid position, with on-site days based in Detroit Lakes, MN.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-5p, 45+ hours per week
A Typical Day (job functions) | Goal Setting + Assign Work + Collaborate + Communicate
* Lead the end-to-end management of development projects, including defining project scope, goals, and deliverables.
* Develop detailed project plans, timelines, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies.
* Oversee all stages of the project lifecycle, ensuring deliverables are met on time and within budget.
* Act as the primary liaison between development teams, product owners, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals.
* Facilitate communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams, driving accountability and clarity.
* Review and research items submitted to development queue. Organize and prioritize projects based on business impact and feasibility.
* Analyze and document business requirements in a clear and detailed manner. Transform into detailed, actionable items for the development team.
* Work closely with developers to ensure a common understanding of requirements and address any clarification needs.
* Lead daily/weekly stand-up meetings, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
* Identify and assess risks to project timelines, quality, and scope.
* Develop and implement mitigation strategies to address project risks and ensure successful outcomes.
* Provide regular project updates, status reports, and performance metrics to stakeholders and leadership.
* Ensure transparency and clear communication regarding project timelines, challenges, and successes.
* Provide ongoing support to developers throughout the development life cycle, addressing questions and clarifications.
* Participate in the review and validation of deliverables to ensure they meet the specified requirements.
* Analyze project performance and identify opportunities for improvement in workflows, tools, and processes.
* Promote best practices in project management, agile methodologies, and development processes.
Skills (qualifications) | Servant Leadership + Multi-task + Problem Solve + NIMBLE + TEAMwork
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
* PMP, PRINCE2, Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP), or similar certification is a plus.
* 3-5 years of experience managing software development projects or in a similar project management role.
* Proven experience in leading projects using Agile, Scrum, or Kanban methodologies.
* Experience working with cross-functional development teams, including designers, developers, and QA engineers.
* Strong knowledge of software development lifecycles (SDLC) and project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
* Excellent leadership and team-building skills.
* Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Proficiency in project management software (e.g., JIRA, Trello, Microsoft Project, etc.).
* Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
* Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
* A collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively across teams and departments.
* Welcoming of change; nimble and open minded
* Must love dogs (we kinda like them at our MN headquarters, and we hope you do, too)
* Personable, friendly, energetic, humble, optimistic, and have a good sense of humor
* Must have an ability to recognize our culture, contribute to it, and be a part of it. Big egos, game players, me firsts , entitled, and other such traits need not apply. We kind of mean it
Cognitive or Mental Requirements of the Job:
Employee must be able to see and hear, read and write. Requires good judgment, people-oriented, flexible organized diplomatic, reliable, enthusiastic, courteous, helpful, patience.
Physical Demands:
Occasionally: Lifts, Carries, Pushes, Pulls, Climbs, Balances, Bends, Twists, Crawls, Reaches, Lifts 25-50lbs, Lifts over 50 lbs, Carries 25-50lbs, Carries over 50lbs, Reaches at above or below shoulder height
Frequently: Lifts under 10lbs, Lifts 25-50lbs, Carries Under 10lbs, Carries 10-24lbs
Continuously: Stands, Walks, Sits
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and should in no way be considered a contract or guarantee of employment. Employee may perform other related duties as needed, based on the ongoing needs of the business. Minnesota is an Employment-At-Will state and implies no specific length of employment.