Project Manager - Staff Engineering
Apply NowCompany: Ekman Associates, Inc.
Location: Universal City, CA 91608
Description:
Ekman Associates is a management consulting firm that specializes in developing business, digital, and technology strategy, delivering solutions, and addressing human resource demands.
Summary:
Staff Engineering Project Manager with a specific focus on supporting our Enterprise Technology division. Enterprise Technology supports corporate technology, broadcast, and production systems globally across the organization. This role will work on large complex software projects affecting large parts of the organization.
The Staff Engineering Project Manager will be responsible for the successful execution of software and infrastructure engineering projects, while meeting performance, quality, and scheduling goals. The project manager will be expected to plan and execute in a hybrid waterfall and agile environment. 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.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage multiple programs and large projects
Develop and maintain project scope, schedule, and budgets
Manage and update detailed project plan, roadmaps, and trackers to monitor and track progress
Communicate project expectations, risks, and escalations effectively and timely across all levels of the organization
Manage project resource capacity, identify overallocated resources and build mitigation strategies
Plan and maintain strong mitigation strategies against possible risks and issues
Lead cross functional teams towards shared goals against tight timelines
Communicate weekly and monthly project status
Provide input towards constantly improving processes with the intention of efficiency and automation
Requirements
B.S./B.A. degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience
PMP or CSM certification
Previous work experience within media entertainment industry a plus
Strong leadership skills to drive and deliver.
Results-oriented with initiative to work until job is complete
10+ years' experience leading complex software or infrastructure projects
Experience with project management tools such as Jira, ServiceNow, and Smartsheet
Excellent organization and communication skills, as well as strong and consistent attention to detail
Foundational understanding of software and infrastructure engineering technologies
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
Qualified Candidates Only: If you wish to learn more about this opportunity and additional qualifications/responsibilities, please submit your resume. To learn more about Ekman Associates, Inc. please visit our website at www.ekmanassociates.com .
Summary:
Staff Engineering Project Manager with a specific focus on supporting our Enterprise Technology division. Enterprise Technology supports corporate technology, broadcast, and production systems globally across the organization. This role will work on large complex software projects affecting large parts of the organization.
The Staff Engineering Project Manager will be responsible for the successful execution of software and infrastructure engineering projects, while meeting performance, quality, and scheduling goals. The project manager will be expected to plan and execute in a hybrid waterfall and agile environment. 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.
Responsibilities:
Lead and manage multiple programs and large projects
Develop and maintain project scope, schedule, and budgets
Manage and update detailed project plan, roadmaps, and trackers to monitor and track progress
Communicate project expectations, risks, and escalations effectively and timely across all levels of the organization
Manage project resource capacity, identify overallocated resources and build mitigation strategies
Plan and maintain strong mitigation strategies against possible risks and issues
Lead cross functional teams towards shared goals against tight timelines
Communicate weekly and monthly project status
Provide input towards constantly improving processes with the intention of efficiency and automation
Requirements
B.S./B.A. degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience
PMP or CSM certification
Previous work experience within media entertainment industry a plus
Strong leadership skills to drive and deliver.
Results-oriented with initiative to work until job is complete
10+ years' experience leading complex software or infrastructure projects
Experience with project management tools such as Jira, ServiceNow, and Smartsheet
Excellent organization and communication skills, as well as strong and consistent attention to detail
Foundational understanding of software and infrastructure engineering technologies
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
Qualified Candidates Only: If you wish to learn more about this opportunity and additional qualifications/responsibilities, please submit your resume. To learn more about Ekman Associates, Inc. please visit our website at www.ekmanassociates.com .