Project Manager (Post Production)
Apply NowCompany: Takeda
Location: New York, NY 10025
Description:
Must have Post Production OR Media Infrastructure project delivery experience.
The Technical Project Manager will be responsible for the successful delivery of post-production infrastructure engineering projects, as well as planning and executing in both waterfall and agile methodologies. This position requires strong communication, influencing, and negotiation skills. Must have a strong technical foundation and ability to quickly develop deep understanding of the strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage multiple workstreams within a project
Negotiate timelines and expectations with clients and multiple engineering teams
Build and manage migrations plans
Effectively deliver successful project to completion on-time and within budget
Effectively manage project scope, schedule, and budgets, while proactively identifying risks, issues, and dependencies
Communicate project expectations, risks, and escalations across all levels of the organization
Work directly with project sponsor and project owner to develop budget, scope, cost-benefit analysis, and level-of-effort assessments
Apply varying methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall), types, and sizes, ensuring objectives and project deliverables are accomplished according to plan
Coordinate and manage change control activities in adherence to PMO standards
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .
To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ .
Required Skills & Experience
B.S./B.A. degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience
5+ years' experience leading complex infrastructure projects within a media or post production technology environment
Experience working with post-production and/or production teams
Experience with project management tools such as Jira, ServiceNow, etc.
Excellent organization and communication skills, as well as strong and consistent attention to detail
Foundational understanding of software and infrastructure engineering technologies (compute, storage, network, database, cloud, DevOps, infrastructure as code)
Strong leadership skills with the proven ability to coordinate and influence team members from global teams with diverse backgrounds, business objectives, and time zone constraints
Adaptable performer who can lead effectively under pressure and through significant change
Ability and desire to continually learn about new technologies, project management methodologies, and adapt to ever-changing business and industry needs
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
The Technical Project Manager will be responsible for the successful delivery of post-production infrastructure engineering projects, as well as planning and executing in both waterfall and agile methodologies. This position requires strong communication, influencing, and negotiation skills. Must have a strong technical foundation and ability to quickly develop deep understanding of the strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage multiple workstreams within a project
Negotiate timelines and expectations with clients and multiple engineering teams
Build and manage migrations plans
Effectively deliver successful project to completion on-time and within budget
Effectively manage project scope, schedule, and budgets, while proactively identifying risks, issues, and dependencies
Communicate project expectations, risks, and escalations across all levels of the organization
Work directly with project sponsor and project owner to develop budget, scope, cost-benefit analysis, and level-of-effort assessments
Apply varying methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall), types, and sizes, ensuring objectives and project deliverables are accomplished according to plan
Coordinate and manage change control activities in adherence to PMO standards
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .
To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ .
Required Skills & Experience
B.S./B.A. degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience
5+ years' experience leading complex infrastructure projects within a media or post production technology environment
Experience working with post-production and/or production teams
Experience with project management tools such as Jira, ServiceNow, etc.
Excellent organization and communication skills, as well as strong and consistent attention to detail
Foundational understanding of software and infrastructure engineering technologies (compute, storage, network, database, cloud, DevOps, infrastructure as code)
Strong leadership skills with the proven ability to coordinate and influence team members from global teams with diverse backgrounds, business objectives, and time zone constraints
Adaptable performer who can lead effectively under pressure and through significant change
Ability and desire to continually learn about new technologies, project management methodologies, and adapt to ever-changing business and industry needs
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.