Technical Project Manager
Apply NowCompany: Tata Consultancy Services
Location: Parsippany, NJ 07054
Description:
Technical/Functional Skills
Program Leadership:
Define program objectives, scope, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
Develop and manage detailed project plans, including schedules, resources, and budgets.
Work with cross-functional teams to drive program execution and resolve issues.
Stakeholder Management:
Act as the primary point of contact for all program-related communications.
Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements, set expectations, and provide regular updates on progress.
Ensure alignment between program objectives and business goals.
Technical Oversight:
Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure technical feasibility and integration of solutions.
Manage technical risks and issues, providing solutions to overcome obstacles and ensure successful program delivery.
Oversee the quality and performance of technical deliverables.
Process Improvement:
Implement and optimize project management processes and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Identify areas for process improvements and drive best practices in project management.
Reporting and Documentation:
Prepare and present program status reports, executive summaries, and other relevant documentation.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of project progress, risks, and changes.
Team Collaboration:
Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
Facilitate regular team meetings, ensuring effective communication and coordination.
Mentor and support team members, promoting professional growth and development.
Experience Required
Education: Bachelors degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile) preferred.
Experience: 5+ years of experience in technical program management or a related role, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects.
Technical Skills: Strong understanding of software development methodologies, systems engineering, and technical architecture. Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and other project management frameworks.
Project Management: Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale projects, including budget, scope, and timeline management.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
Roles & Responsibilities
Review project proposals or plans to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing projects, staffing requirements and allotment of available departmental resources to various project phases.
Establish work plan and staffing for each phase of projects, and arrange for recruitment or assignment of project personnel, assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority to project personnel.
Formulate and define scope and ob jectives of projects.
Confer with project staff to outline work plan, identify, and schedule project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks.
Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within budget.
Prepare project reports for management, Clients, or others.
Manage internal and external systems, application development, and infrastructure projects from inception to successful implementation.
Work with offshore teams to Drive and take daily/weekly status for all the areas.
Provide technical guidance as and when needed.
Review/Ensure all relevant documents are in place for Change/Release management.
Handle Customer Co-ordination and understand changing business need
Generic Managerial Skills
Able to effectively communicate across teams and roles.
Manage weekly and Monthly Status report for internal and customer stakeholders.
Co-ordinate with internal and external team in handling critical issues.
Work as primary escalation contact for team in technical and non-technical issues.
Demonstrable ability to deliver projects on time, with high quality, and within budget.
Ability and desire to thrive in a proactive, high-pressure, client-services environment.
Strong analytical and conceptual skills
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with all management levels.
Leads others toward technical accomplishments and collaborative project team efforts.
Strong written & Oral communications, including technical writing
Salary Range-$100,000-$130,000 a year
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Program Leadership:
Define program objectives, scope, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
Develop and manage detailed project plans, including schedules, resources, and budgets.
Work with cross-functional teams to drive program execution and resolve issues.
Stakeholder Management:
Act as the primary point of contact for all program-related communications.
Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements, set expectations, and provide regular updates on progress.
Ensure alignment between program objectives and business goals.
Technical Oversight:
Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure technical feasibility and integration of solutions.
Manage technical risks and issues, providing solutions to overcome obstacles and ensure successful program delivery.
Oversee the quality and performance of technical deliverables.
Process Improvement:
Implement and optimize project management processes and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Identify areas for process improvements and drive best practices in project management.
Reporting and Documentation:
Prepare and present program status reports, executive summaries, and other relevant documentation.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of project progress, risks, and changes.
Team Collaboration:
Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
Facilitate regular team meetings, ensuring effective communication and coordination.
Mentor and support team members, promoting professional growth and development.
Experience Required
Education: Bachelors degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile) preferred.
Experience: 5+ years of experience in technical program management or a related role, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects.
Technical Skills: Strong understanding of software development methodologies, systems engineering, and technical architecture. Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, and other project management frameworks.
Project Management: Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale projects, including budget, scope, and timeline management.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
Roles & Responsibilities
Review project proposals or plans to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing projects, staffing requirements and allotment of available departmental resources to various project phases.
Establish work plan and staffing for each phase of projects, and arrange for recruitment or assignment of project personnel, assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority to project personnel.
Formulate and define scope and ob jectives of projects.
Confer with project staff to outline work plan, identify, and schedule project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks.
Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within budget.
Prepare project reports for management, Clients, or others.
Manage internal and external systems, application development, and infrastructure projects from inception to successful implementation.
Work with offshore teams to Drive and take daily/weekly status for all the areas.
Provide technical guidance as and when needed.
Review/Ensure all relevant documents are in place for Change/Release management.
Handle Customer Co-ordination and understand changing business need
Generic Managerial Skills
Able to effectively communicate across teams and roles.
Manage weekly and Monthly Status report for internal and customer stakeholders.
Co-ordinate with internal and external team in handling critical issues.
Work as primary escalation contact for team in technical and non-technical issues.
Demonstrable ability to deliver projects on time, with high quality, and within budget.
Ability and desire to thrive in a proactive, high-pressure, client-services environment.
Strong analytical and conceptual skills
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with all management levels.
Leads others toward technical accomplishments and collaborative project team efforts.
Strong written & Oral communications, including technical writing
Salary Range-$100,000-$130,000 a year
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