Title : Project Manager III
Location : Houston TX (onsite)
Duration : 12 Months
Job Description : The Project Manager will support below job functions:
- Project Planning & Execution
- Lead technical projects from initiation through implementation including vendor selection proof of concept requirements gathering design development/configuration testing integration data conversion user acceptance go-live and project close.
- Manage projects across diverse technology domains such as enterprise applications infrastructure upgrades data platforms digital transformation initiatives and IT support operations.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans secure and organize resources coordinate project activities monitor budgets assess dependencies and manage project issues.
- Monitor project progress and adjust resources and priorities accordingly.
- Assess project dependencies risks budget constraints and resource conflicts to ensure successful implementation including contingency planning.
- Support continuous improvement of project management methodologies and tools.
- Business & Technical Alignment
- Translate business needs into clear technical requirements and ensure alignment between IT deliverables and business outcomes.
- Gather and document business requirements and ensure the translation of them into actionable design specifications.
- Maintain a strong understanding of both business and technical issues to manage resources and deliverables effectively.
- Serve as a liaison between business stakeholders and IT teams to ensure solutions meet operational and strategic needs.
- Team Leadership & Collaboration
- Build and lead high-performing teams by leveraging individual strengths technology and organizational processes.
- Coordinate with stakeholders across IT operations vendors and compliance to ensure seamless execution.
- Foster strong working relationships across all levels of the organization exercising flexibility professionalism and diplomacy.
- Drive cross-functional collaboration and alignment across departments and leadership levels.
Key Responbilites : - Application implementation
- Demonstrated excellent and effective communication skills
- detailed planning and scheduling
- Vendor Management
Analysis & Communication :
- Provide regular status updates risk assessments and mitigation strategies to leadership.
- Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills including root cause analysis and proactive identification of improvement opportunities.
- Analyze and report project status synthesizing complex information for decision-making.
- Communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats with staff management and executives.
- Adaptability & Decision-Making
- Manage shifting priorities in fast-paced dynamic environments.
- Make well-informed decisions under pressure balancing strategic goals with operational realities.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science MIS CIS or a related field or equivalent professional experience.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
- Minimum of 6-8 years of experience managing multiple complex projects.
- Demonstrated success in building and leading project teams using both internal and external resources.
- Strong leadership interpersonal communication negotiation influencing organizational and facilitation skills.
- Proficient in both Waterfall and Agile development methodologies.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with MS Project Azure DevOps (TFS) Microsoft Office Suite and Visio.
- Project has potential for extension up to a year.