Sr Project Manager ( Information technology ) job vacancy

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Sr Project Manager - IT

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Client is a well known non profit org ( analytics ) in Chicago downtown
Hybrid work model ( 2-3 days in the office preferred )
Reports to Manager of Project Delivery
Base + 9% bonus and excellent benefits and good work culture with autonomy
Projects are in application dev and infrastructure

Primary Purpose: Provide senior project management and analytic skills that will help lead to the successful implementation of high profile projects and programs. Develop and manage the next generation of solutions that empower the organization and move it forward. Manage and mentor IT staff, creating a highly effective working team. Ensure business requirements are translated into cost effective technology solutions.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities: 1. Manage medium to highly complex projects or programs and maintain project plans, status, and issues. Direct development, testing, and implementation of systems. Create and maintain project plans, report status, track and resolve issues. Effectively track and manage all financial aspects of the project. Deliver projects on time and within budget which meet quality standards. Manage multiple projects simultaneously. 30% 2. Participate and manage strategic planning, budgeting, contract initiation, and cross-project resource sharing, as assigned. Negotiate contracts for managed service providers, professional services companies and software or hardware purchasing/licensing. Recognize and identify potential areas where existing policies and procedures require change. 30% 3. Enforce technical direction for project solutions . Serve as technical liaison to the Business by evaluating new requests and determining alternatives if applicable. This will include working closely with Business leaders to determine needs, and leading efforts to establish the overall solution framework. 20% 4. Act as a lead in all phases of the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Be conversant in current methodologies (Agile, Waterfall…) in determining which is most effective for the project being initiated. . Provide management, oversight, and direction for project team members. Collaborate with peers to establish and improve standard practices. Evaluate project and staff performance. Make recommendations for staff development. 20%

Position Dimensions: 1. PMP Certification preferred. 2. Minimum 7 years of IT project management, strategic planning, work scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, financial management and status reporting. Strong knowledge and experience using both Waterfall and Agile methodologies, and an understanding as to when each is appropriate. Ability to guide technical staff and project managers on project tasks. Proven track record of successful complex implementations that were delivered on time and on budget with minimal post-implementation issues. 3. 3+ years experience in vendor management, negotiating and managing contracts, evaluating technologies, and authoring Requests for Proposals. Experience with departmental forecasting and budgeting a plus. 4. 4 year degree preferred or equivalent work experience required. 5. Ability to express complex technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing. Exceptional presentation skills, with experience communicating to stakeholders in both technical and non-technical fields. Ability to express complex technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Self-managed and motivated. Detail oriented.
Keen emotional intelligence - Ability to work well with people from many different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience.
Diplomatic and professional presence and demeanor. Must demonstrate exceptional teamwork in relation to managing projects. Encourages both positive and “can-do” attitude in project work and daily operations.
Ability to travel, attend educational events, and to meet with vendors and high-level business leaders
Passionate about producing high-quality technology solutions.
Must possess a good sense of humor and a positive, “can-do” attitude.

Vacancy expired!

ID	#45288531
State	Illinois
City	Chicago
Job type	Permanent
Salary	USD $130,000 - $140,000 130000 - 140000
Source	IT Associates, Inc.
Showed	2022-08-30
Date	2022-08-25
Deadline	2022-10-24
Category	Et cetera
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Sr Project Manager ( Information technology )

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