SR IT PROJECT MANAGER
3 days ago
Little Ferry
Job Description Job Summary: The Sr IT Project Manager will lead large-scale, complex, enterprise-wide IT projects covering multiple site locations, working closely with Parent Company project managers, functional project managers, vendor project managers, contractors, team leaders, business analysts, systems analysts, architects, engineers, development and infrastructure teams to deliver project objectives on budget and within agreed timelines. Analyze and evaluate existing/new systems and software applications as a study leader, and document propositions in alignment with business requirements while respecting MIS policies, project management principles, processes and best practices. Principal Duties: Lead large-scale, complex, enterprise-wide IT Projects and Studies Coordinate with other IT Project Managers/Parent Company IT Project Managers Directly manage all aspects of project lifecycle in compliance with MIS policies and procedures Accountable for full life cycle project management, including preliminary studies, project initiation and planning, execution, testing, training, implementation and closeout Plan, program and recommend resource allocation to support mission and associated objectives Develop project schedules/recommend appropriate lead-lag times Plan workload for multiple project management teams and de-conflict resources Provide forward-looking schedule analysis to leadership Accurately evaluate project schedule progress, identify developing problem areas and propose solutions Conduct regular project management status meetings to apprise stakeholders of project progress, issues and risks Define/track project milestones while developing, maintaining and reporting on overall integrated delivery plan Develop required project artifacts such as project charter, integrated project plan, resource plan, contingency plan, etc. depending on methodology (Waterfall, Hybrid or Agile) Publish periodic project status reports and maintain project workspaces and dashboards For projects managed using Hybrid or Agile methodologies, conduct regular, periodic, Agile meetings and ceremonies; project Increment Planning Sessions; Sprint Planning and Scrum meetings; and Retrospectives Oversee translation of business requirements to technical specifications to ensure traceability Propose/document solutions in alignment with functional requirements while respecting MIS policies and procedures, architectural principles and best practices Troubleshoot technical issues in collaboration with technical experts and developers, provide appropriate solutions Structure/prioritize business requirements and communicate plans to MIS and business stakeholders for review and approval Able to handle multiple projects and studies at one time Non-Principal Duties: Other duties assigned by management Minimum Qualifications: BS degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Administration or equivalent. Master’s degree preferred Minimum ten (10) years of experience leading large, complex, enterprise-wide IT projects Minimum ten (10) years of experience analyzing, designing and documenting software solutions and systems Minimum five (5) years of experience working as a business and/or systems analyst Minimum five (5) years of experience effectively using project management tools (Smartsheet, Azure DevOps, Jira/Confluence, Clarizen, MS Project, etc.) Smartsheet Project Management and Azure DevOps experience required PMP Certification from PMI at minimum 10 years certification level required Scrum Certification required Able to produce compelling and high-quality presentations, designs, and clear documentation via PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Visio, etc. Deep understanding of business analysis, systems analysis, design principles and methods including data structures design and data management Able to understand complex IT concepts and convey concepts in an easily understandable way to non-technical business personnel Excellent verbal and written communications skills Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines Strong problem solving, analytical skills and attention to detail Strong teamwork, flexibility and adaptability Additional Desired Qualifications: Experience working with design tools Experience managing content on a SharePoint site Working Conditions: Office environment. Able to work at desk/computer for significant portion of the day Must be able to work effectively with other department users with varied experience levels Must be available/willing to work non-business hours, weekends and holidays as required Travel may be required