IT Project Manager INT

As an IT Project Manager, you will oversee the planning, execution, and successful completion of various projects. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope and budget. Here are some key responsibilities and skills associated with this role –

Responsibilities :

• Planning and Execution:
  • Create and manage project plans including budget, timelines and resource allocations.
  • Lead and manage cross functional teams to deliver projects, Ability to manage medium to large-scale projects simultaneously.
  • Creating, organizing, and maintaining project documentation (Project Plans, RAID logs, etc.) to ensure accuracy, consistency, and accessibility throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stakeholder management: Communication with project stakeholders, including executives, business/customers, and team members.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks to ensure project success. Manage the risk register at engagement level and report regularly.
• Coaching and Mentoring: Provide required coaching or mentor the team members, contributing to their professional growth and the overall success of the team.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive a continuous improvement and innovation culture, gathering user feedback and insights to iterate on project features and enhance the overall user experience.
• Standardizing Processes & Reporting: Collaborate with project management peers for knowledge sharing,  best practices, techniques, tools for project planning & execution to foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. Improve project governance processes adapting them to meet evolving organizational needs and industry standards.

Skills:

• Must have 10+ years of experience working as a Project manager
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of PMO activities, independently manage end to end PMO activities for a large project
• Advanced skills in Agile and Waterfall methodologies, with the ability to tailor and integrate approaches for optimal project outcomes
• Demonstrated experience in managing large, complex projects or programs, navigating intricate stakeholder landscapes, and delivering significant organizational value.
• Advanced project portfolio management and resource optimization skills, ensuring strategic alignment and maximizing return on investment across multiple initiatives.
• Strong mentoring and coaching abilities for developing junior project managers and fostering a high-performing project management culture within the organization
• Ability to influence decision-making at the senior leadership level, effectively advocating for project needs and aligning initiatives with strategic organizational goals.
• Good to have : JIRA tool usage, Advanced Organizational Change Management skills, enabling successful implementation of large-scale transformations and fostering a culture of adaptability

Qualifications:
Education: Engineer or equivalent
Preferred Certification(s): Agile Certification; PMP.
Experience: 5+ years of relevant and practical experience managing multiple medium to large-scale transformation projects. Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously. Must have multiple functional knowledge for various IT/Business Functions.
Special Skills:
• Presentation: Demonstrated ability to deliver compelling presentations to project teams and senior leadership, effectively communicating complex project information and strategies.
• Problem-solving: Advanced abilities for diagnosing and resolving complex issues, with a keen analytical approach to identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Time Management: Exceptional organizational skills for managing time, prioritizing tasks, and handling multiple responsibilities across diverse projects and teams.
• Change Management: Strong Organizational Change Management skills, enabling successful implementation of new processes and systems while managing stakeholder expectations.
• Tool Expertise: Comprehensive understanding and proficient use of advanced Project Management Tools (Clarity, MS Projects, Jira, etc.) to optimize project planning, execution, and reporting.
• Methodology: Comprehensive understanding of project management methodologies, strong skills in Agile and Waterfall approaches, and the ability to tailor methodologies to specific project needs.
• Negotiation: Strong skills in managing stakeholder expectations and resolving conflicts, ensuring project success through effective communication and compromise.
• Financial Management: Advanced budgeting and financial management abilities, including cost estimation, budget allocation, and financial forecasting for complex projects.
• Executive Communication: Excellent skills in presenting to executive leadership and clients, articulating project value, progress, and outcomes in a clear and impactful manner.
• Resource Management: Proficiency in resource allocation and team management across multiple projects, optimizing workforce utilization and project performance.
• Strategic Alignment: Ability to align project goals with broader organizational strategies, ensuring that project outcomes contribute to overall business objectives.