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Job Description: Technical Project Manager
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Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Technical Project Manager to join our Technology team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing complex technology projects with proven expertise in vendor management project estimations and team capacity planning. The Technical Project Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of technology initiatives optimizing resource allocation and maintaining high standards of project governance.
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Responsibilities
1. Project Management & Delivery
Lead end-to-end project management for technology initiatives ensuring projects are delivered on time within scope and within budget.
Work with vendor Project Managers to develop detailed project plans schedules and resource allocation strategies.
Monitor project progress identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
Facilitate regular project status meetings and provide updates to stakeholders.
2. Vendor Management
Identify evaluate and onboard technology vendors and service providers.
Negotiate contracts service level agreements (SLAs) and pricing with vendors.
Manage ongoing vendor relationships ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and performance standards.
Conduct regular vendor performance reviews and address any issues or escalations.
3. Estimations Review
Review and validate project estimations provided by technical leads and development teams.
Ensure estimation methodologies are robust realistic and aligned with project objectives.
Analyze historical data and project metrics to improve estimation accuracy over time.
4. Team Capacity Review & Resource Management
Assess and monitor overall team capacity skill sets and workload distribution.
Collaborate with team leads to optimize resource allocation and address capacity gaps.
Forecast future resource needs based on project pipeline and business priorities.
Support recruitment and onboarding of new team members as required.
5. Stakeholder Management & Communication
Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders including business users senior management and external partners.
Communicate project goals progress risks and outcomes clearly and effectively.
Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment with business objectives.
6. Process Improvement & Best Practices
Drive continuous improvement in project management processes tools and methodologies.
Implement industry best practices to enhance project delivery and team performance.
Foster a culture of accountability collaboration and innovation within the team.
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Required Skills & Qualifications
Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Information Technology Engineering or a related field.
1315 years of experience in technical project management within the technology sector.
Strong experience in vendor management including contract negotiation and performance management.
Proven track record in project estimations resource planning and capacity management.
Excellent understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
Exceptional leadership organizational and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities with experience managing cross-functional teams.
PMP PRINCE2 or similar project management certification is preferred.
Experience with project management tools (e.g. Jira MS Project Asana Trello) is a plus.
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Preferred Attributes
Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
High attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
Proactive self-motivated and results-oriented mindset.
Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.
Mandatory skill sets:
Technical Project Manager
Preferred skill sets:
Technical Project Manager
Years of experience
required:
8 to 15 Yrs
Education qualification:
(if blank degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required: Master of Engineering Bachelor of TechnologyDegrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Genetic EngineeringOptional Skills
Accepting Feedback Accepting Feedback Active Listening Analytical Thinking Coaching and Feedback Communication Corporate Tax Planning Creativity Data Analytics Data Visualization Embracing Change Emotional Regulation Empathy Inclusion Intellectual Curiosity Learning Agility Optimism Professional Courage Relationship Building Scenario Planning Self-Awareness Service Excellence Statistical Analysis Statistical Theory Strategic Questioning 6 moreDesired Languages (If blank desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Not SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship
NoGovernment Clearance Required
NoJob Posting End Date
Required Experience:
IC
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