Project Manager
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Job Location:
Kinston, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Release Manager to drive the digital transformation of our clients IT environments. Acting as the delivery lead this role is responsible for the end-to-end coordination of all project releases ensuring seamless integration across teams and technologies.
The Release Manager plays a critical role in aligning business objectives with project scope quality standards and delivery timelines. This includes managing hybrid delivery modelsAgile SAFe and Waterfallto meet evolving client needs and ensure platform readiness.
- Coordinate cross-stream deliveries by aligning timelines dependencies and stakeholder expectations to ensure seamless integration across all project components.
- Manage and adapt delivery frameworks including Agile SAFe and Waterfall methodologies tailoring approaches to suit project needs and organizational standards.
- Define and synchronize business releases by establishing release calendars milestones and communication plans that align with strategic objectives.
- Serve as the primary interface with client IM teams to validate platform readiness and ensure alignment with technical and business requirements.
- Lead EIS readiness and CutOver planning overseeing execution activities risk mitigation and contingency strategies for successful deployment.
- Implement and enforce formal validation processes to ensure all deliverables meet quality standards compliance requirements and stakeholder expectations.
Qualifications :
- Proven experience in release management ideally within large-scale digital transformation or post-merger integration programs
- Bachelors degree in Project Management Information Technology or a related field
- Agile or SAFe certification preferred; additional certifications such as PMP or ITIL are a plus
- Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills with a track record of coordinating cross-functional teams
- Skilled in release planning methodology alignment and ensuring platform readiness across delivery cycles
- Fluent in English (required); French language skills are an asset
Additional Information :
- Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package: life insurance long-term disability health care dental vision and a health spending account to support your well-being (Sopra Steria covers 100% of premiums)
- Paid time off: sick leave personal days and 3 weeks of vacation
- Monthly transportation allowance
- Excellent training development and career advancement opportunities with active support to strengthen your skills in a caring collaborative and inclusive company culture
- Hybrid work environment
- Provided equipment to ensure optimal productivity
- Sopra Steria is certified as a Great Place to Work
Sopra Steria is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next steps in the selection process.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Construction Estimating
- Construction Experience
- PMBOK
- Visio
- Construction Management
- Project Management
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
- Project Management Lifecycle
- Contracts
About Company
Sopra Steria, a major Tech player in Europe with 52,000* employees in nearly 30 countries, is recognised for its consulting, digital services and solutions. It helps its clients drive their digital transformation and obtain tangible and sustainable benefits. The Group provides end-to- ... View more
