Technical PM 3

eXcell has been staffing IT professionals at the top Fortune 100 companies for over two decades. Whether you are looking for a lower-level IT position or a high-level executive position, we are here to help you find the right opportunity. We are currently in search of a qualified Technical PM 3 to join a large successful technology company for an onsite position in Redmond, WA.Responsibilities:

• Using PMO best practices and standards, partner with the client s product / program managers to facilitate a project management process to fit their needs and oversee and execute on that process / plan.
• Create, maintain, and control the project schedule and dashboard, facilitate meetings, and proactively identify risks to the project.
• Shepherd the Project Team through the Release process, being mindful of all requirements.
• Facilitate program communications, identify, and implement continuous improvement practices, and provide regular status reports as required.

• 4-8 years of project management experience, Master's degree preferred, PMI Certification required.
• Knowledge / background in software industry products / services / applications, with in-depth knowledge of client's products / services / applications preferred.
• Must possess strong cross team / group / org collaboration skills; ability to foresee and analyze project risks, develop risk management plan, and mitigate subsequent issues.
• The ideal candidate will have high-powered analytical skills and the ability to understand concepts and situations that pass by many others.
• Specialized knowledge as defined by project required.
• Must have excellent communication skills, experience working with external vendors, strong project management skills, and demonstrated success in adult learning and training principles / skills.
• Familiarity working with firmware and hardware who will be facilitating and project managing ongoing SSD and memory qualifications with external suppliers.
• Experience with SSD and memory qualification as a PM is strongly desired.