Dice
Agile Project Manager - Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)
Dice, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Our government client is looking for an experienced
Agile Project Manager
on a hybrid 6+ months renewable contract opportunity in
Atlanta, GA.Position:
Agile Project ManagerNote:
Hybrid RoleJob Description:The IT Project Manager, Sr. plans and coordinates all aspects of IT specific projects from initiation to delivery. The role of this position is to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to agreed upon deadlines and within budget. The role also includes acquiring resources and coordinating efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to the established project plan. This role defines the projects objectives and ensures delivery of quality. What distinguishes the Senior level is that projects for this role are typically larger and more complex than for non-Sr. Project Managers. This is a fully seasoned professional level capable of independently carrying out most assignments.This role requires extensive experience leading Applications Development projects that deliver significant benefit to the organization. Ideal candidate will be experienced in Agile Development, Scrum Master, and DevOps.Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.Supervision Received:
Depending on organization structure, may work independently with responsibility for an assigned function or program and under very general supervision.Duties/Responsibilities:Essential Duties & Responsibilities: These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.General Duties:Manages projects that often involve software, server, or network implementation and upgrades, PC deployment and other similar projects.Coordinates work done by IT staff and internal customers/partners by defining project requirements, performing feasibility and needs/impact assessments.Develops detailed project plans and manages all implementation processes including resource allocation, progress tracking, monitoring change control process, testing, documentation, training, and on-time delivery within budget constraints.Strategy & Planning:Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.Track project milestones and deliverables.Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle.Conduct project postmortems and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.Acquisition & Deployment:Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.Where required, negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel from within the company.Determine and assess need for additional staff and/or consultants and make the appropriate recruitments, if necessary, during project cycle.Operational Management:Direct and manage project development from beginning to end.Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project team members and contractors and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.Required Skills/Abilities:Application Development project management is a must-have.Experience with Agile Development, Scrum Master, and DevOps is a plus.Comprehensive knowledge of concepts, processes, and tools of project management. Well-developed technical skills within project management.Skill in the use of personal computers and their associated connectivity and networking; and in assessing the status of IT systems and identifying underlying causes for failures and disruptions in service, and the methods to remediate these issues.Ability to plan and carry out virtually all typical assignments within professional area; to train others; to build effective relationships within the City organization.Education and Experience:Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree in computer science, engineering, or business (equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis). 5 years of specific professional experience such as team or project lead.Preferred Qualifications - Education & Experience:Masters degree in computer science, engineering or business (equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the masters degree on an exception basis) with 5-8 years of experience.Licensures and Certifications:PMP preferred.Essential Capabilities And Work Environment:Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.About Vector:Vector Consulting, Inc., (Headquartered in Atlanta) is an IT Talent Acquisition Solutions firm committed to delivering results. Since our founding in 1990, we have been partnering with our customers, understanding their business, and developing solutions with a commitment to quality, reliability and value. Our continuing growth has been and continues to be built around successful relationships that are based on our organization's operating philosophy and commitment to
People, Partnerships, Purpose and Performance - THE VECTOR WAYCelebrating 30 years of service.Agile Project Manager - Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)
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Agile Project Manager
on a hybrid 6+ months renewable contract opportunity in
Atlanta, GA.Position:
Agile Project ManagerNote:
Hybrid RoleJob Description:The IT Project Manager, Sr. plans and coordinates all aspects of IT specific projects from initiation to delivery. The role of this position is to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to agreed upon deadlines and within budget. The role also includes acquiring resources and coordinating efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to the established project plan. This role defines the projects objectives and ensures delivery of quality. What distinguishes the Senior level is that projects for this role are typically larger and more complex than for non-Sr. Project Managers. This is a fully seasoned professional level capable of independently carrying out most assignments.This role requires extensive experience leading Applications Development projects that deliver significant benefit to the organization. Ideal candidate will be experienced in Agile Development, Scrum Master, and DevOps.Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.Supervision Received:
Depending on organization structure, may work independently with responsibility for an assigned function or program and under very general supervision.Duties/Responsibilities:Essential Duties & Responsibilities: These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.General Duties:Manages projects that often involve software, server, or network implementation and upgrades, PC deployment and other similar projects.Coordinates work done by IT staff and internal customers/partners by defining project requirements, performing feasibility and needs/impact assessments.Develops detailed project plans and manages all implementation processes including resource allocation, progress tracking, monitoring change control process, testing, documentation, training, and on-time delivery within budget constraints.Strategy & Planning:Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.Track project milestones and deliverables.Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle.Conduct project postmortems and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.Acquisition & Deployment:Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.Where required, negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel from within the company.Determine and assess need for additional staff and/or consultants and make the appropriate recruitments, if necessary, during project cycle.Operational Management:Direct and manage project development from beginning to end.Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project team members and contractors and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.Required Skills/Abilities:Application Development project management is a must-have.Experience with Agile Development, Scrum Master, and DevOps is a plus.Comprehensive knowledge of concepts, processes, and tools of project management. Well-developed technical skills within project management.Skill in the use of personal computers and their associated connectivity and networking; and in assessing the status of IT systems and identifying underlying causes for failures and disruptions in service, and the methods to remediate these issues.Ability to plan and carry out virtually all typical assignments within professional area; to train others; to build effective relationships within the City organization.Education and Experience:Minimum Qualifications - Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree in computer science, engineering, or business (equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis). 5 years of specific professional experience such as team or project lead.Preferred Qualifications - Education & Experience:Masters degree in computer science, engineering or business (equivalent professional experience may be considered for substitution for the masters degree on an exception basis) with 5-8 years of experience.Licensures and Certifications:PMP preferred.Essential Capabilities And Work Environment:Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.About Vector:Vector Consulting, Inc., (Headquartered in Atlanta) is an IT Talent Acquisition Solutions firm committed to delivering results. Since our founding in 1990, we have been partnering with our customers, understanding their business, and developing solutions with a commitment to quality, reliability and value. Our continuing growth has been and continues to be built around successful relationships that are based on our organization's operating philosophy and commitment to
People, Partnerships, Purpose and Performance - THE VECTOR WAYCelebrating 30 years of service.Agile Project Manager - Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)
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