What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior IT Project Manager position at Software Guidance & Assistance?
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Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Senior IT Project Manager for a Contract assignment with one of our premier Insurance services clients in NY,NY. (3 days on site)
Job profile:
Senior Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that projects are completed successfully, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards, while managing risks, stakeholders, and resources effectively.
*must have financial systems experience and insurance sector would be beneficial
Key responsibilities:
1. Project Planning: Develop a comprehensive project plan that outlines the project scope, objectives, timelines, budget, and resources required to complete the project successfully.
2. Project Execution: Manage the project team and ensure that all project activities are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
3. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring that the project stays on track and within budget.
4. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, core team members, extended project team to ensure that project goals are met.
5. Communication: Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders, including senior management, project sponsors, and team members.
6. Resource Management: Manage project resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to ensure that they are used effectively and efficiently.
7. Quality Management: Ensure that project deliverables meet the required quality standards and that project processes are followed consistently.
8. Change Management: Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, or budget, ensuring that they are properly documented and approved.
9. Project Closure: Ensure that all project deliverables are completed, and that the project is closed out in a timely and efficient manner.
Required:
5-10 years of Project Management experience
Experience of managing Finance system projects a must
Minimum experience with 5 full Project Life Cycles (preferably with MNCs)
Experience with both Waterfall and AGILE methodologies
Expertise in using Project Planning Management tool
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) to clearly and concisely convey information to stakeholders of all levels
Strong leadership skills, ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve project goals
Good time management skills to be able to manage your own time and time of team members to ensure project deadlines are met
Problem solving skills to be able to effectively identify and solve problems that arise during the project, including to think creatively, identify potential solutions and make informed decisions
Ability to work in fast paced dynamic environment, working independently with proactive approach to tasks
Preferred:
-PMP
-Insurance Experience
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .
SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.
Job profile:
Senior Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that projects are completed successfully, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards, while managing risks, stakeholders, and resources effectively.
*must have financial systems experience and insurance sector would be beneficial
Key responsibilities:
1. Project Planning: Develop a comprehensive project plan that outlines the project scope, objectives, timelines, budget, and resources required to complete the project successfully.
2. Project Execution: Manage the project team and ensure that all project activities are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
3. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring that the project stays on track and within budget.
4. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, core team members, extended project team to ensure that project goals are met.
5. Communication: Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders, including senior management, project sponsors, and team members.
6. Resource Management: Manage project resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to ensure that they are used effectively and efficiently.
7. Quality Management: Ensure that project deliverables meet the required quality standards and that project processes are followed consistently.
8. Change Management: Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, or budget, ensuring that they are properly documented and approved.
9. Project Closure: Ensure that all project deliverables are completed, and that the project is closed out in a timely and efficient manner.
Required:
5-10 years of Project Management experience
Experience of managing Finance system projects a must
Minimum experience with 5 full Project Life Cycles (preferably with MNCs)
Experience with both Waterfall and AGILE methodologies
Expertise in using Project Planning Management tool
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) to clearly and concisely convey information to stakeholders of all levels
Strong leadership skills, ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve project goals
Good time management skills to be able to manage your own time and time of team members to ensure project deadlines are met
Problem solving skills to be able to effectively identify and solve problems that arise during the project, including to think creatively, identify potential solutions and make informed decisions
Ability to work in fast paced dynamic environment, working independently with proactive approach to tasks
Preferred:
-PMP
-Insurance Experience
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .
SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.
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