Project Manager

Quantam Solutions provides IT solutions and consulting for various clients. We offer a competitive hourly wage, health benefits, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan. We're currently seeking a PMP Certified Project Manager.

Location: Remote (1-2 Onsite Meeting in Frankfort Annually) (Local Candidates Only)

ABOUT OUR CLIENT:

Our client is committed to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of our business customers. We strive to continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes which support that delivery.

Our client makes decisions based on this commitment and always strives to provide value to our business units and external stakeholder community.

We have an immediate need for an exceptional individual to join our organization as a Project Manager. This opportunity is based in Frankfort, KY. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, critical thinking skills, possess leadership skills, and is committed to delivering successful and quality work products that completely address the project life cycle. The candidate must have the ability to envision the impacts and possibilities of their work on the broader client organization and apply those thoughts to improve their project management efforts.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

The IT Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the management of the project work by facilitating communication with the business unit/customer, project team, and other stakeholders as necessary related to requirements and proposed solution for the project. The PM will manage projects in accordance with our client’s documented project life cycle, the foundation of which is built around the practice of team collaboration. The PM must be customer-facing, have a professional appearance, energetic personality and utilize effective communication skills. The candidate should require minimal supervision and direction in order to accomplish the assigned tasks.

By working with the project team members, the PM is expected to gain a high-level understanding of the business processes, using that knowledge to guide the team in making appropriate decisions for the project that will drive improvements and provide value to the end user and our client.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL SUPPORT THE OUR CLIENT’S PROJECT MANAGEMENT LIFE CYCLE BY:

• Leading multiple teams in the delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet business needs, demonstrating consistent results.
• Creating task-level project plans to organize cross-functional teams.
• Verify analysts are gathering strong, customer approved requirements.
• Setting and meeting deadlines and priorities in a structured way, following the client’s project management process.
• Presenting in front of peers and superiors.
• Articulating ideas effectively so that others can easily understand; both in meetings or in one-on-one conversations.
• Explaining proposals, ideas, policies, and plans to customers or clients.
• Driving the adoption and integration of the project roles and project management processes.
• Assessing customers’ current capabilities and needs and communicating that information to the project team members.
• Acting as a liaison between project team members.
• Understanding business needs and drivers of value and success.
• Developing project documentation required by the client’s project life cycle, answering questions and providing more detail as requested.
• Lead the development team through the Working phase of the project by leading Daily Standup meetings, researching and answering questions about the defined work, and assisting in technical roadblocks - escalating as defined in the project’s technical escalation process.
• Employ and ensure the adherence to an iterative development methodology; assisting, as needed, in the effort of defining features, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• As requested by the BA, assist the in the management of user stories (requirements) and clearly communicate to the business and technical team members what is needed.
• Ask probing questions to fully understand user stories with the ability to provide feedback on possible implications of any and all requests.
• Accurately and concisely articulate issues, questions, and recommendations to business stakeholders, team members, and management.
• Work with the business unit to manage the expectations for project completion.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a focus in IT or equivalent combination of experience/knowledge.
• 2-3 Years’ experience working with businesses to identify and document IT needs and facilitate solutions.
• Experience and comfort with project management, project planning, and documentation.
• Knowledge of and experience with agile processes.
• Strong decision-making, conflict resolution, and facilitation skills.
• Detail oriented with advanced problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently/self-reliant and show initiative with minimum supervision.
• Ability to quickly learn new technology and apply appropriately to business situations.
• Strong team player who enjoys working in a fast-paced team atmosphere.
• Ability to work under pressure; meet strict deadlines.
• Ability to listen effectively and seek clarification.
• Ability to build a rapport with clients.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Must be able to effectively and comfortably communicate with all types of individuals from the customer technical expert to the customer executive management.