IT - Project Mgr III - Contractor
Apply NowCompany: AGM Tech Solutions, LLC
Location: Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Description:
Summary:
The main function is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.
Job Responsibilities:
Develop integrated baseline project plans applying estimating models, identify resources and skills required, document estimating assumptions, refine plans and manage performance against them.
Recommend best solutions based on understanding of business issues.
Provide task-based schedule and cost forecasts and assist in assessing risk-based provisions.
Capture and track program metrics and perform analysis.
Manage project scope by assessing requirements changes, determining and conveying impact on budget, time and risk.
Manage client expectations, anticipates operational and tactical risks and tracks them.
Clarify, identify, and track requirements and issues, remove barriers, resolve minor project issues and escalate to immediate manager where required.
Manage project closure initiatives, such as client satisfaction survey and closure analysis.
Document and archive project activities, deliverables, tools and findings for future projects
Skills:
Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and manage one's time.
Knowledge of computer hardware and software.
Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
Knowledge of computer software, such as Visual Basic, Java, SQL, etc.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required or equivalent work experience. MBA or other related advanced degree preferred.
PMI or PMP certification preferred.
6-8 years experience required.
The main function is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.
Job Responsibilities:
Develop integrated baseline project plans applying estimating models, identify resources and skills required, document estimating assumptions, refine plans and manage performance against them.
Recommend best solutions based on understanding of business issues.
Provide task-based schedule and cost forecasts and assist in assessing risk-based provisions.
Capture and track program metrics and perform analysis.
Manage project scope by assessing requirements changes, determining and conveying impact on budget, time and risk.
Manage client expectations, anticipates operational and tactical risks and tracks them.
Clarify, identify, and track requirements and issues, remove barriers, resolve minor project issues and escalate to immediate manager where required.
Manage project closure initiatives, such as client satisfaction survey and closure analysis.
Document and archive project activities, deliverables, tools and findings for future projects
Skills:
Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and manage one's time.
Knowledge of computer hardware and software.
Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
Knowledge of computer software, such as Visual Basic, Java, SQL, etc.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required or equivalent work experience. MBA or other related advanced degree preferred.
PMI or PMP certification preferred.
6-8 years experience required.