IT - Project Mgr II

Summary:
The main function is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop integrated baseline project plans applying estimating models, identify resources and skills required, document estimating assumptions, refine plans and manage performance against them.

• Recommend best solutions based on understanding of business issues.

• Provide task-based schedule and cost forecasts and assist in assessing risk-based provisions.

• Capture and track program metrics and perform analysis.

• Manage project scope by assessing requirements changes, determining and conveying impact on budget, time and risk.

• Manage client expectations, anticipates operational and tactical risks and tracks them.

• Clarify, identify, and track requirements and issues, remove barriers, resolve minor project issues and escalate to immediate manager where required.

• Manage project closure initiatives, such as client satisfaction survey and closure analysis.

• Document and archive project activities, deliverables, tools and findings for future projects

Skills:

• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.

• Basic ability to work independently and manage one's time.

• Basic knowledge of circuit boards, processors, electronic equipment and computer hardware and software.

• Basic knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

• Basic knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.

• Basic knowledge of computer software, such as Visual Basic, Java, SQL, etc.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required or equivalent work experience. MBA or other related advanced degree preferred.

• PMI or PMP certification preferred.

• 3-5 years experience required.