Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of specific projects ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments, and goals. Maintains a solid understanding of AmTrust's mission, vision, and values. Upholds the standards of the AmTrust organization
Responsibilities
Lead the planning and implementation of projects
Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables
Define project tasks and resource requirements
Develop full scale project plans
Assemble and coordinate project staff
Manage project budget
Manage project resource allocation
Plan and schedule project timelines
Track project deliverables using appropriate tools
Provide direction and support to project team
Quality assurance
Constantly monitor and report on progress of the project to all stakeholders
Present reports defining project progress, problems and solutions
Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve project outputs
Project evaluations and assessment of results
Keeps current with market trends and demands.
Performs other functionally related duties as assigned
Occasional travel may be required
Once offices fully reopen, physical presence in an AmTrust office may be required
Skills and Key Competencies:
Critical thinking and problem solving skills
Planning and organizing
Decision-making
Communication skills
Influencing and leading
Delegation
Team work
Negotiation
Conflict management
Adaptability
Qualifications
Qualification in project management or equivalent
Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management
Knowledge of project management techniques and tools
Proven working experience in project management in the information technology sector
Solid technical background with understanding and/or hands-on experience in software development and web technologies preferred
Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational, analytical, and interpretive skills
Ability to effectively multi-task and work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in related field
Must have 7+ years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) certification preferred
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project Online
Scrum / Agile experience preferred
Business process improvement experience
This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position.
What We Offer:
AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.
AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.
AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.