Project Manager - Software Guidance & Assistance

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA) is searching for a Project Manager for a contract assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in New York, NY.

Position Description:

• The Project Manager will be responsible for end-to-end delivery, governance, and reporting of one or more projects that are part of a Private Alternative space.
• A candidate will interact with business partners and cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are achieved on time and within budget.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills are required in order to influence a wide range of audiences.
• Prior experience with Big Four consulting firms is a plus.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage project plan, track dependencies, address constraints, resolve resource conflicts, assess impacts to plan, obtain estimates to complete forecast use of funds, ensure adherence to SDLC, report progress against plan.
• Develop a RACI model and governance model identifying stakeholder accountability across projects / workstreams
• Business Outcomes / OKRs / KPIs – definition, tracking and reporting on the program level
• Develop and execute project communications plan, facilitate team meetings, participate in key meetings that directly or indirectly impact the project, keep project stakeholders informed, prepare for and conduct executive steering committee meetings.
• Gather content from respective project team members to complete interim and final deliverables. Present deliverables required at respective tollgates throughout the project live cycle. Obtain sign-off and approvals to proceed for stakeholders. Maintain project team repository of deliverables, reference materials and documentation. Prepare change requests as agreed to by project team and obtain signatures from project owner and sponsor.
• Escalate issues to executive steering committee members, facilitate decision making, document decisions and communicate direction to project team accordingly.
• Prepare weekly status reports, track open issues, update risks (probability, severity and impact) and mitigation plans. Participate in PMO meetings with other Project Managers to identify potential dependencies or constraints.
• Utilize proficient Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills to provide effective reporting and documentation including dashboards and scorecards
• Plans and conducts the analysis of complex problems. Monitors and reports trends. Requires the ability to describe complex problems and their solutions to management.

Required Skills/Experience:

• 7+ years of experience in project management and execution
• Experience in the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) including Agile project work
• Demonstrates clear understanding of the drivers of performance and decision making to maximize results.
• Strategic thinker with proven ability to operationalize the strategy
• Robust problem-solving skills
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint or other Presentation tools
• Strong project management skills with experience in organizing, planning and executing large-scale projects from vision to implementation involving internal personnel, contractors and vendors
• Client Engagement: Strong experience in client-facing roles, handling multiple stakeholders, and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Industry Experience: Experience working with financial services industries
• Change Management: Proven ability to lead and manage organizational change, experience in identifying and implementing process improvements as part of change initiatives
• Experience working in a global, dynamic environment
• Excellent Interpersonal + Communication skills
• Strong listening, presentation, communication, and influencing skills. Articulates with confidence to senior management
• Highly motivated and self-directed; exhibits thought leadership and strong critical thinking skills
• Negotiation and Influencing skills
• Proven attention to detail in supporting management reporting with clear and concise data analysis and presentation
• Superior Planning & Organization skills
• Pro-active, flexible, have good organizational skills and must be team player
• Ability to multitask and work across various groups globally

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Project Management certification preferred
• Prior experience with Big Four consulting firms is a plus

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/.

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.