Project Manager/Scheduler at Elanco in Elwood, Kansas

Job Description:

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!

As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.

At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.

Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!

Your Role: Project Manager/Scheduler 

The Project Manager/Scheduler will work under the general supervision and guidance of project leaders and senior-level staff to support planning, coordinating, implementation, and assessment of project activities according to project objectives and deadlines. Responsible for tracking and reporting project milestones/deliverables and adherence to budget. This position serves to support the integration of cross-project elements including but not limited to Executive Leadership, Finance, Procurement, Project Management, TSMS, R&D, Warehousing, and Site Manufacturing.

Your Responsibilities:  

• Work with cost controller to maintain the project's budget and schedule reporting through completion.


• Analyze progress reported against the work schedules and prepare schedule progress reports, trending charts, financial reports, and schedule analysis.


• Recommend actions to improve progress and advise the project manager and team of possible cost and schedule issues and recovery plans.


• Coordinate with general contractors and subcontractors to determine the level of completion of construction activities and help reconcile receipt of equipment and materials.


• Work within the site’s Quality system to track and facilitate timely completion of all operational readiness documentation and deliverables.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications): 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, engineering, business management, construction management or equivalent relevant education.


• Minimum of 3 years experience in construction management, accounting, business controls, or equivalent relevant experience.


• Experience in using Veeva and analysis of financial data in SAP, Ariba Procurement

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications): 

• Proficiency and experience using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, Veeva and SAP.


• Experience in data analysis, reporting metrics, and project organization.


• Initiates projects, works unsupervised, completes tasks independently, solves problems, and finds solutions to drive results.

Additional Information:  

• Travel: (0-5%) 


• Location: Elwood KS, on-site 100%


• This is an FDE (Fixed Duration Employee) position that is set for 2 years and can be renewed up to 4 years.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!  

Elanco Benefits and Perks: 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include: 

• Multiple relocation packages 

• Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO) 

• 8-week parental leave 

• 9 Employee Resource Groups 

• Annual bonus offering 

• Flexible work arrangements 

• Up to 6% 401K matching 

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Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status