Description
Senior Project Manager
Provide project/program management support for CMSB OPS Infrastructure builds and application migration/deployment projects. Plan, direct and coordinate activities and resources across multiple disciplines to ensure that project goals and objectives are accomplished on time, within budget and meet business objectives while ensuring customer satisfaction. Manage projects with a dynamic team of individuals that develops and implements technology requirements to meet business needs.
Note: A strong technical background is required including previous experience in IT Infrastructure builds and application migration management.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
* Under management of Sr. Manager - CMSB OPS Program & Release Management
* Work closely with CMSB OPS & IT staff, end users, business units, technologists to understand and prioritize business goals and requirements in assigned projects.
* As directed by management, complete project charters, define project deliverables, milestones, timelines, and resources.
* Develop detailed project plans, schedules, cost/benefit analysis, coordinate resources, track progress against defined milestones, and project measurement criteria.
* Actively manage customer expectations for the delivered product and services.
* Coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses within scope, on schedule, and within budget.
* Effectively communicate and assign tasks, responsibilities and scope of authority to project personnel and to Senior Management.
* Promptly communicate key facts and status updates to stakeholders on a timely basis.
* Performs other duties/responsibilities as may be assigned for the successful operation of the department and companies.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
* 7 to 9 years of technical project management experience in IT operations environment.
* Migrations experience of large environments both domestic & globally.
* Four-year degree (Bachelors in Computer Science).
* Solid project management and understanding of PMI methodologies processes with ability to manage multiple large projects in a cross-functional environment.
* PMP certification is a plus.
* Release Management experience is a plus.
* Agile Project Management experience is a plus.
* Extensive experience with MS Project and MS Project Server for scheduling and tracking.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Facilitate project meetings and create meeting minutes.
* Maintain project risk and issues logs.
* Well-developed ability to effectively plan, organize and execute on time and within budgetary constraints
* Ability to develop plans and alternatives in conjunction with organizational skills for execution.
* Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
* Ability to think independently and render quick, accurate decisions.
* Proven effective customer service techniques and communication.
* Ability to work as a proactive, resourceful, cooperative and respectful team member.