Work Requirements: Those authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship are encouraged to apply
This role is not open to third party vendors.
Overview
We are on the hunt for a Senior Project Manager with a flair for exemplary communication, robust vendor management skills, and significant experience in application development and software package implementations. This strategic role offers the chance to lead vital initiatives within a vibrant corporate setting.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee complex projects involving multiple vendors and intricate integrations.
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables clearly and concisely.
- Develop and monitor comprehensive project plans, coordinating all external integration points and dependencies.
- Lead project teams, providing direction and overseeing all project activities.
- Efficiently allocate project resources and manage project budgets.
- Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
- Manage project changes to ensure achievement of the overarching goals.
- Regularly update all stakeholders on project status and progress.
- Guide and direct external vendors, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
- Engage in quality audits and develop RFIs/RFPs for external services as needed.
Requirements
- Proven leadership in building and managing teams, fostering relationships, and executing detailed project plans.
- Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage budgets, forecast accurately, and provide variance explanations.
- Executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and senior leadership, ensuring clarity and precision in project updates.
- Extensive experience in managing projects using Waterfall, Agile, and hybrid methodologies, aligning processes and deliverables to project needs.
- Experience in managing diverse projects with various execution methodologies.
- Expertise in vendor contract management and implementation of vendor packages.
- Experience leading both internal and external, including hybrid, project teams.
- Broad knowledge of the technology sector, including core infrastructure and cloud development, preferably with Azure.
- A foundational understanding of data manipulation and governance is preferred.
- Bachelor's Degree or higher in a relevant field.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) and Agile certifications are required.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management with a strong focus on vendor management and software implementations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with Microsoft Project Server, ServiceNow, and Azure DevOps are advantageous.
- A strong technical background, with additional certifications or degrees in computer science, information systems, or engineering, is highly regarded.