Crescens
Project Manager
Crescens, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Job title : Project Manager
Location : Raleigh, NC
Duration : 12 Months
Interview : In Person Only
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Job Description: The Client has a need for an experienced IT Project Manager. This position will be responsible for managing infrastructure and application projects. The position may add additional projects as determined by agency needs. The Project Manager will:
Manage and direct a large upgrade project (i.e., project staffing, developing, monitoring and controlling schedules; identifying and resolving issues and risks; and communicating status to stakeholders) Work on complex problems where analysis of situation or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors to achieve best results. Work effectively with internal and external clients, third party vendors, and senior management in accomplishing project objectives. Evaluate complex situations accurately and identify viable solutions that create successful outcomes for the customer. Work closely with the Project Sponsor(s) and Governance Committees to facilitate decisions necessary for project delivery. Manage effective project oversight and reviews to affect project success. Develop and maintain project documentation including schedules/timelines and various detailed plans for Communication, Risk Management, Deployment and others as required. Develop and maintain "lessons-learned" for utilization on future projects. Manage political, resource, budgeting, change, and issues affecting the project. Manage change requests associated with the project. Manage vendor participation related to the project Drive project work to completion Develop and maintain status reports, decision and issue logs. Process Management
The Project Manager will follow established processes within the Client, as well as processes defined and required by the Statewide Enterprise Project Management Office in their role as an oversight organization. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies desired:
Solid understanding of project life cycle models as well as knowledge of both Agile and traditional project management principles and practices and the ability to blend them together in the right proportions to fit a project and business environment Experience in managing large and/or complex projects through full life-cycle Experience in leading and managing local and remote teams Proven experience in delivering projects on-time, within budget, as designed, that meet the customer requirements Demonstrated understanding of the Project Management Knowledge Areas of the PMBOK®, PMI's Project Management Standard, PM tools and templates. Current PMP certification is required Knowledge of Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) methodologies is preferred Well versed in delivery of IT projects from requirements, through design, build, test and train Well-developed facilitation skills are required Leadership on complex projects. Well-developed facilitation skills are required Utilization of past experience in creative resolution of resource gaps, development of workarounds, and budget shortfalls Consultative services that support the project team, sponsors and other stakeholders on the strategies for moving project forward Demonstrated ability to work with the customer to build and sustain a trusted advisor relationship by applying expertise and knowledge to achieve sustainable results in an ethical manner Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Required/Desired Skills:
Manage and direct a large upgrade project (i.e., project staffing, developing, monitoring and controlling schedules; identifying and resolving issues) Work on complex problems where analysis of situation or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors to achieve best results. Experience in leading and managing local and remote teams Work effectively with internal and external clients, third party vendors, and senior management in accomplishing project objectives. Demonstrated understanding of the Project Management Knowledge Areas of the PMBOK®, PMI's Project Management Standard, PM tools and templates. Current PMP certification is required Work closely with the Project Sponsor(s) and Governance Committees to facilitate decisions necessary for project delivery. Develop and maintain "lessonslearned" for utilization on future projects. Manage change requests associated with the project. Develop and maintain status reports, decision and issue logs. Manage vendor participation related to the project
*** This is a remote position
***
Job Description: The Client has a need for an experienced IT Project Manager. This position will be responsible for managing infrastructure and application projects. The position may add additional projects as determined by agency needs. The Project Manager will:
Manage and direct a large upgrade project (i.e., project staffing, developing, monitoring and controlling schedules; identifying and resolving issues and risks; and communicating status to stakeholders) Work on complex problems where analysis of situation or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors to achieve best results. Work effectively with internal and external clients, third party vendors, and senior management in accomplishing project objectives. Evaluate complex situations accurately and identify viable solutions that create successful outcomes for the customer. Work closely with the Project Sponsor(s) and Governance Committees to facilitate decisions necessary for project delivery. Manage effective project oversight and reviews to affect project success. Develop and maintain project documentation including schedules/timelines and various detailed plans for Communication, Risk Management, Deployment and others as required. Develop and maintain "lessons-learned" for utilization on future projects. Manage political, resource, budgeting, change, and issues affecting the project. Manage change requests associated with the project. Manage vendor participation related to the project Drive project work to completion Develop and maintain status reports, decision and issue logs. Process Management
The Project Manager will follow established processes within the Client, as well as processes defined and required by the Statewide Enterprise Project Management Office in their role as an oversight organization. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies desired:
Solid understanding of project life cycle models as well as knowledge of both Agile and traditional project management principles and practices and the ability to blend them together in the right proportions to fit a project and business environment Experience in managing large and/or complex projects through full life-cycle Experience in leading and managing local and remote teams Proven experience in delivering projects on-time, within budget, as designed, that meet the customer requirements Demonstrated understanding of the Project Management Knowledge Areas of the PMBOK®, PMI's Project Management Standard, PM tools and templates. Current PMP certification is required Knowledge of Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) methodologies is preferred Well versed in delivery of IT projects from requirements, through design, build, test and train Well-developed facilitation skills are required Leadership on complex projects. Well-developed facilitation skills are required Utilization of past experience in creative resolution of resource gaps, development of workarounds, and budget shortfalls Consultative services that support the project team, sponsors and other stakeholders on the strategies for moving project forward Demonstrated ability to work with the customer to build and sustain a trusted advisor relationship by applying expertise and knowledge to achieve sustainable results in an ethical manner Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Required/Desired Skills:
Manage and direct a large upgrade project (i.e., project staffing, developing, monitoring and controlling schedules; identifying and resolving issues) Work on complex problems where analysis of situation or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors to achieve best results. Experience in leading and managing local and remote teams Work effectively with internal and external clients, third party vendors, and senior management in accomplishing project objectives. Demonstrated understanding of the Project Management Knowledge Areas of the PMBOK®, PMI's Project Management Standard, PM tools and templates. Current PMP certification is required Work closely with the Project Sponsor(s) and Governance Committees to facilitate decisions necessary for project delivery. Develop and maintain "lessonslearned" for utilization on future projects. Manage change requests associated with the project. Develop and maintain status reports, decision and issue logs. Manage vendor participation related to the project