Project manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Management:
• Develop and implement project strategies that align with organizational goals
• Drive project vision and scope, ensuring stakeholder buy-in and alignment
• Strategic Leadership:
• Lead multiple IT projects and programs simultaneously, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop program strategies, objectives, and plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Project Oversight:
• Lead the planning, execution, and closure of multiple IT projects, ensuring adherence to project management methodologies
• Define project deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, business units, and external vendors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and managing expectations.
• Risk Management:
• Identify potential risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and report on program progress, addressing challenges as they arise.
• Resource Management:
• Allocate and manage resources effectively to meet project demands.
• Mentor and guide project managers and team members.
• Quality Assurance:
• Establish and enforce quality standards for project deliverables.
• Conduct regular assessments and audits to ensure compliance with best practices.
• Reporting and Analysis:
• Prepare and present program status reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Analyze program performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Budget and Resource Management:
• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenditures and ensuring financial accountability
• Optimize resource allocation and utilization across projects
• Performance Monitoring:
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project success
• Conduct regular project reviews and adapt plans as necessary to achieve objectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 15 years of experience in IT project/program management, with at least 5 years in leadership role
• Proven track record of managing large-scale IT projects with successful outcomes.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• PMP, PgMP, or similar certification is a plus.
• Proficient in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, Trello).

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in budget management and financial analysis.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.