Our client is a trusted IT infrastructure and managed services provider serving enterprise customers worldwide. Based out of Wilmington Delaware, they are looking to hire a Lead IT Project Manager on a Contract basis.
Contract Duration: 9 Month Contract to hire (Potential for extension or conversion)
Required Skills & Experience
- 5+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in technical Project management, leading complex technology projects and projects in a large organization related to new construction.
- College degree in related technical/business areas or equivalent work experience.
- Proven history of successful project management. Project management certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2® (Projects IN Controlled Environments), Agile, or Six Sigma are a plus.
- Experience with ServiceNow SPM: Demonstrated experience with ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) capabilities, including Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) and Demand Management
- Project and Portfolio Management: Proven history in managing and executing projects and portfolios using ServiceNow SPM. Ability to oversee project lifecycle from initiation to closure, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Demand Management: Expertise in handling demand management processes with in ServiceNow, including capturing, assessing, and prioritizing incoming demands to ensure efficient resource allocation.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced skills in MS Project and MS Visio.
- Project management experience, specially related to the delivery of technology in large, new build/construction projects. Ability to manage projects that are highly visible, strategic to Firm direction, or which are in trouble/off track.
- Advanced expertise in stakeholder management, with the ability to establish productive working relationships and influence decision-making across cross-functional teams and clients.
- Advanced experience in utilizing technical fluency, including knowledge of vendor products, and managing vendor relations, to enable on-demand access to shared pools of applications and services
- Proactively escalates and addresses decisions or constraints impacting project delivery within the portfolio
- Proven history of effectively managing resources, budgets, and high-performing teams in a fast-paced, agile environment
- Demonstrated proficiency in applying analytical reasoning and problem-solving techniques to break down business, technical, or operational objectives into manageable tasks and activities
- Demonstrated experience managing high volume project workload and ability to organize activities, events, and teams. Solid history keeping projects deliverables on time and within budget.
- Leadership skills, including the ability to motivate team members to achieve excellence.
- Analytical ability, organization, and decision-making skills. Ability to develop these skills in team members.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence.
- Independent worker. Effectively manages new direction and a changing work environment.
- Effectively collaborate with Peer group to identify and highlight best practices in support through continuous assessment, and elevating process and product recommendations to senior managers.
Daily Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive project plans, incorporating technical requirements, resource allocation, and timelines to ensure on-time delivery of technology solutions
- Management of a team of project managers responsible for all aspects of technology project lifecycle, including:
- Scope development and management.
- Requirements gathering and documentation.
- Design of project solution in adherence with GT EP and WTS standards.
- Creation and management of project schedule in Microsoft Project or other project management application.
- Financial budget creation and tracking.
- Risk and issue management.
- Change management.
- Regular project status reporting.
- Identify and mitigate risks, proactively addressing potential roadblocks and implementing contingency plans to maintain project momentum
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product, and business stakeholders, to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with overall business goals
- Utilize advanced analytical reasoning to assess project performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement data-driven optimizations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
- Champion the adoption of agile methodologies and technical solutions, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the team Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- 5+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in technical program management, leading complex technology projects and programs in a large organization
- Advanced expertise in stakeholder management, with the ability to establish productive working relationships and influence decision-making across cross-functional teams and clients
- Advanced experience in utilizing technical fluency, including knowledge of vendor products, and managing vendor relations, to enable on-demand access to shared pools of applications and services
- Proven history of effectively managing resources, budgets, and high-performing teams in a fast-paced, agile environment
- Demonstrated proficiency in applying analytical reasoning and problem-solving techniques to break down business, technical, or operational objectives into manageable tasks and activities Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills across functions and teams, up and down the chain of command
- Partners with key stakeholders to identify project inter-dependencies that may influence project success
You will receive the following benefits:
- Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
- Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
- Paid Sick Time Leave
- Legal and Identity Protection Plans
- Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
- 529 College Saver Plan
Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
