IT - Project Mgr I - Contractor

Summary:
The main function is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

Job Responsibilities:
" Develop integrated baseline project plans applying estimating models, identify resources and skills required, document estimating assumptions, refine plans and manage performance against them.
" Recommend best solutions based on understanding of business issues.
" Provide task-based schedule and cost forecasts and assist in assessing risk-based provisions.
" Capture and track program metrics and perform analysis.
" Manage project scope by assessing requirements changes, determining and conveying impact on budget, time and risk.
" Manage client expectations, anticipates operational and tactical risks and tracks them.
" Clarify, identify, and track requirements and issues, remove barriers, resolve minor project issues and escalate to immediate manager where required.
" Manage project closure initiatives, such as client satisfaction survey and closure analysis.
" Document and archive project activities, deliverables, tools and findings for future projects

Skills:
" Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
" Basic ability to work independently and manage one's time.
" Basic knowledge of computer hardware and software.
" Basic knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
" Basic knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
" Basic knowledge of computer software, such as Visual Basic, Java, SQL, etc.

Education/Experience:
" Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required or equivalent work experience.
" PMI or PMP certification preferred.
" 0-3 years experience required.