Our client has an immediate need for a Project Manager, who is responsible for managing the complete lifecycle of IT discrete projects according to the Project Management Methodology
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in computer or information science or equivalent experience in an IT environment required
Five to seven years of experience in Information Technology project management
Experience with enterprise Project Management tools
Project management experience through the entire project life cycle
Waterfall methodology experience
Experience preferred across Investment Management, including Money Market, Fixed Income, and Equity products
Experience managing both software development projects and infrastructure projects is a plus
Experience with SCRUM methodology is a plus
PMP certification or demonstrated evidence of certification is a plus
Responsibilities:
Achieve a high level of understanding of the project work being requested
Obtain senior management approval for work being initiated
Work with the project sponsor to define the project scope
Prepare and submit the scope document for approval
Coordinate, prepare and participate in Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) meeting
Facilitate WBS meetings, as required
Prepare project schedule and all required project planning documents including preparing and adhering to the Funding Request process, preparing risk analysis, and adjusting the schedule to account for risk in the project baseline
Execute project plan on schedule and within budget with the utilization of scope, time, quality, and cost constraints
Communicate status to stakeholders according to the project communication plan
Escalate project issues to sponsor, vendor, program manager, functional manager and/or senior management, if appropriate
Ensure that goals and deliverables as described in the project scope document are met
Actively manage material changes to scope and schedule
Conduct closing meeting with project team
Perform all project closure activities including providing functional managers feedback on the performance of their resources and recognizing project team and/or key members for successful results
Why Work for ConsultUSA:
ConsultUSA offers competitive salaries, major medical (PPO or HDHP w/ HSA), dental, and vision insurance plans, and 401k plan with immediate eligibility for both salary and hourly employees
ConsultUSA hosts several outings and events, holiday and summer parties, and volunteer opportunities throughout the year for employees
We will work with you to obtain training for in-demand technologies and prepare you for industry-recognized certification exams
ConsultUSA offers Business Analysis and Project Management training through our Project Management Institute (PMI)® award-winning sister company, PMCentersUSA
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About ConsultUSA and PMCentersUSA Solutions Provider
Founded in 1997, ConsultUSA specializes in Project Management and Business Analysis focused IT positions within various industries. We also offer challenging technical engagements in Application Development, Data Warehouse/BI, QA, & Network Engineering. We are partnered with solutions company PMCentersUSA, a world-class consulting/training organization distinguished as a PMI® award winner and federal GSA-approved supplier. Together, we offer remarkable career choices for talented individuals to assist our many clients with their IT project-based needs, strategic business projects, and organizational improvement initiatives. For salaried employees, we offer a range of outstanding benefits, including; Healthcare Insurance (medical, dental & vision), 401K Savings Plan with Employer Matching, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, and Industry Certification cost reimbursement. Once you’re on board, a dedicated Account Manager will work with you to identify specific goals to help you advance in your career and provide you with cost-free enrollment in our professional development courses provided by our partner, PMCentersUSA.