Position: IT Project Manager
Pay Rate: $60-$70 per hour
Duration: 6+ Months (Contract to Hire)
Location: REMOTE
JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:
Plan, organize, manage and coordinate consulting projects to meet or exceed client expectations for deliverables and quality of service; and create added value for client business.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Plans, organizes, manages and coordinates IT projects utilizing formats defined by client and consistent with PMI methodologies.
• Manages projects that fall within the scope of consulting capabilities provided by client
• Acts as primary point of communication to client regarding specific projects assigned to the incumbent.
• Assures effective project team management and communication.
• Delivers high-quality projects on time and within budget.
• Assures effective communication of project status through formats consistent with client reporting tools and methodologies.
• Develops project resource plans and manages project resources in a manner that assures completion of project milestones and tasks within a predefined budget.
• Assists with pre-sales support.
• Scopes project resource requirements and calendar to support effective proposal writing and pricing of various projects.
• Assists in recruiting and interviewing new candidates for project management and technical positions.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
• The incumbent must exhibit a highly communicative, professional manner in working with project team members, colleagues and clients to develop and maintain constructive working relationships.
• Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, existing clients and individuals representing new client business opportunities.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor’s degree in Technology plus Business and 5 years experience in a consulting environment.
• Requires a minimum of 3 years project management experience in an IT environment or an environment that is complementary to the needs and requirements of client
• Candidates must be knowledgeable in multiple IT areas (e.g., infrastructure and applications).
QUALIFICATIONS:
• A broad understanding of technology combined with business practices.
• Project Management certification is desired.
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