IT Project Manager Sr.

TEEMA

Phoenix, AZ

Full-Time

Job Description

Job Title: IT Project Manager, Sr.

Job ID: RT6995718719

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Overview:

Our client is looking for an IT Project Manager, Sr to join their amazing team. The IT Manager coordinates multiple IT-related projects. Develops and executes system or solution-level program plans and specifications to support of the implementation and release of new products, services, or processes. Manages clearly-defined and focused product enhancements. Directs and organizes cross-functional teams to ensure all deliverables are met. Coordinates multiple projects across multiple disciplines (technology, business, project management) and manages the full lifecycle of assigned programs to achieve deadlines and desired functionality. Collaborates with other Project Managers and scrum masters (both IT and other departments), vendors and other partners who have accountabilities for project execution. Monitors cost, schedule, and technical performance of component projects and operations, while working to ensure the ultimate success of the project/projects. Determines and coordinates the sharing of resources among their assigned projects to optimize outcomes. Interface with stakeholders, including external stakeholders. Functions as an advocate to support higher-level management priorities. Provides leadership, direction, and guidance to their teams and direct reports.

What you will be doing:

Manages multiple IT projects and performs as a scrum master as well as program/portfolio manager across scrum masters.
Ensures integration, coordination, timing, and consistency of the process throughout life cycle.
Plan and prioritize sub-projects to meet the overall project/program goals and objectives.
Establish consistent project management policies and guidelines for projects. o Collaborate with all team members at all levels.
Maintain knowledge of external environment and facilitate public relations to support Company's initiatives.
Sit on the project review panel and/or act as a liaison with the program's sponsor.
Oversee selection and appointment of services and resources to the sub-projects.
Approve the major commitments on behalf of the performing organization.
Resolve scope, schedule and resource conflicts.
Facilitate regular reporting, reviews and audits.
Organize the transfer of the entire program/project upon completion.
Ensure proper closure and archiving of program records.
Assist in the building and managing the project/program management office/function for IT.
Assist in the definition and development of enterprise-wide IT project/program management practices, governance standards, processes and metrics.
Ensure projects/programs are defined, tracked and communicated in a consistent and effective manner.
Incorporate effective change and risk management controls.
Partner with IT and business leadership and other key stakeholders to define opportunities, to identify and prioritize projects based on predefined criteria (return on investment, productivity, compliance).
Direct project/program managers with business case development
Ensure projects within IT portfolios/programs are delivered on time, within budget, and within quality standards.
Perform other program/project management duties as assigned
Regular and reliable attendance is required.

What you must have:

7+ years of IT and business/industry related work experience
3+ years of leadership experience
5+ years managing projects and/or project portfolios using Agile methodology with scrum master experience demonstrated
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or related field or equivalent experience

Nice to have:

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

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