Sr. Technology Project Manager - 8178
Company Name:
UpStream Global Services
Sr. Technology Project Manager
We have an immediate contract opportunity with a large F500 client in the Columbus, OH area.
We are looking for experienced hands-on project managers who have proven track records of being solution and delivery focused, and who can perform at a high level leading strategic, cross-functional, business facing and technical initiatives. This position is perfect for a senior level technology project manager who is open to embrace new methodologies of software development and project management, in particular Agile.
Responsibilities:
o The selected candidate will manage complex software development, architecture, and integration projects in a fast paced, constantly changing dynamic environment
o Responsible for effectively initiating, planning, scheduling, estimating, forecasting, coordinating, controlling, managing and delivering all activities for projects and related release initiatives
o Oversee the day-to-day progress of project(s) and release initiatives with regard to time, budget, scope and quality
o Apply proven project management techniques, methods and tools
o Provide leadership, direction and integration activities with other technology departments to ensure successful implementation and support
o Monitor and report to tech management on the status of project efforts (including weekly time reporting, weekly budget tracking, monthly forecasting, reconciliation and problem prevention/mitigation)
o Partner with Application Delivery to ensure that systems are developed to comply with architectural and testing standards and established methodologies
o Aggressively manage risk and issues; and mitigation efforts as appropriate
o Use innovative problem solving and critical thinking approaches to proactively solve a broad range of problems across technologies
o Act as a role model and mentor on project management methodology, standards, technical, strategy, quality and change leadership
o Act as a role model for PM professionalism, critical thinking and setting productivity pace as well as promoting a financial focus with emphasis on business value metric
o Encourage de-centralized decision-making within teams, but acts as escalation point when consensus decisions cannot be reached
o On some projects, manages and guides other Project Managers (very large projects where additional support is needed)
Qualifications
oBachelors Degree; Masters Degree preferred or equivalent training and/or experience
o6
years of progressively responsible, hands-on experience in Technology Project Management.
o8
years experience in Technology
oProven track record of implementing successful projects and related best practices
oBroad understanding of SDLC, testing, portfolio and project management methodologies
oCAPM certification preferred; expertise with Excel, Word, and M/S Project
oPMI membership preferred
oPMP certification preferred
oDemonstrated hands-on experience and expertise; and comprehensive knowledge and understanding of software development, testing, change and project management methodologies, concepts, practices, procedures and standards
oDemonstrated passion for project management and track record of delivering business value through successful project management, implementation, support and PM transformation
oDemonstrated ability to ensure success on all projects through proven track record of applying proven methods and tools to enterprise-wide project implementations
oDemonstrated ability to systematically gather relevant information from different sources to address an issue and make a prompt and insightful decision
oDemonstrated ability to build constructive business relationships and gain the trust of others
oDemonstrated ability to anticipate, mitigate, and resolve conflicts across workgroups.
oExperience in developing and executing plans, meeting deadlines and operating under tight time constraints
oExcellent written and verbal communication as well as influencing and negotiating skills
oExcellent coaching, team building and group facilitation skills
oDemonstrated experience in making articulate and effective oral presentations to different audiences
oDemonstrated ability to effectively communicate and build strong working relationships at all levels within the business community
oExcellent interpersonal skills including analytical, problem solving, organizational, issue resolution, and customer relationship management
oDemonstrated ability to understand business models and operational risk
oDemonstrated ability to negotiate and manage business partners and external vendors
oDemonstrated ability to guide and support project managers, project teams, and business partners in solving complex issues across the entire project portfolio
For immediate consideration please contact:
Prescilla
UpStream Global Services.
Reply to:
www.upstreamgs.comEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
UpStream Global Services
Sr. Technology Project Manager
We have an immediate contract opportunity with a large F500 client in the Columbus, OH area.
We are looking for experienced hands-on project managers who have proven track records of being solution and delivery focused, and who can perform at a high level leading strategic, cross-functional, business facing and technical initiatives. This position is perfect for a senior level technology project manager who is open to embrace new methodologies of software development and project management, in particular Agile.
Responsibilities:
o The selected candidate will manage complex software development, architecture, and integration projects in a fast paced, constantly changing dynamic environment
o Responsible for effectively initiating, planning, scheduling, estimating, forecasting, coordinating, controlling, managing and delivering all activities for projects and related release initiatives
o Oversee the day-to-day progress of project(s) and release initiatives with regard to time, budget, scope and quality
o Apply proven project management techniques, methods and tools
o Provide leadership, direction and integration activities with other technology departments to ensure successful implementation and support
o Monitor and report to tech management on the status of project efforts (including weekly time reporting, weekly budget tracking, monthly forecasting, reconciliation and problem prevention/mitigation)
o Partner with Application Delivery to ensure that systems are developed to comply with architectural and testing standards and established methodologies
o Aggressively manage risk and issues; and mitigation efforts as appropriate
o Use innovative problem solving and critical thinking approaches to proactively solve a broad range of problems across technologies
o Act as a role model and mentor on project management methodology, standards, technical, strategy, quality and change leadership
o Act as a role model for PM professionalism, critical thinking and setting productivity pace as well as promoting a financial focus with emphasis on business value metric
o Encourage de-centralized decision-making within teams, but acts as escalation point when consensus decisions cannot be reached
o On some projects, manages and guides other Project Managers (very large projects where additional support is needed)
Qualifications
oBachelors Degree; Masters Degree preferred or equivalent training and/or experience
o6
years of progressively responsible, hands-on experience in Technology Project Management.
o8
years experience in Technology
oProven track record of implementing successful projects and related best practices
oBroad understanding of SDLC, testing, portfolio and project management methodologies
oCAPM certification preferred; expertise with Excel, Word, and M/S Project
oPMI membership preferred
oPMP certification preferred
oDemonstrated hands-on experience and expertise; and comprehensive knowledge and understanding of software development, testing, change and project management methodologies, concepts, practices, procedures and standards
oDemonstrated passion for project management and track record of delivering business value through successful project management, implementation, support and PM transformation
oDemonstrated ability to ensure success on all projects through proven track record of applying proven methods and tools to enterprise-wide project implementations
oDemonstrated ability to systematically gather relevant information from different sources to address an issue and make a prompt and insightful decision
oDemonstrated ability to build constructive business relationships and gain the trust of others
oDemonstrated ability to anticipate, mitigate, and resolve conflicts across workgroups.
oExperience in developing and executing plans, meeting deadlines and operating under tight time constraints
oExcellent written and verbal communication as well as influencing and negotiating skills
oExcellent coaching, team building and group facilitation skills
oDemonstrated experience in making articulate and effective oral presentations to different audiences
oDemonstrated ability to effectively communicate and build strong working relationships at all levels within the business community
oExcellent interpersonal skills including analytical, problem solving, organizational, issue resolution, and customer relationship management
oDemonstrated ability to understand business models and operational risk
oDemonstrated ability to negotiate and manage business partners and external vendors
oDemonstrated ability to guide and support project managers, project teams, and business partners in solving complex issues across the entire project portfolio
For immediate consideration please contact:
Prescilla
UpStream Global Services.
Reply to:
www.upstreamgs.comEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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