IT Program Manager - RW Joseph Consulting Group, Inc.
Elmhurst, IL
About the Job
Job Brief - Mid Level Program Manager Type: Long-term Contract
Our client is seeking an experienced Program Manager with expertise in Applications, Infrastructure, and Security projects. This role requires strong project management skills and a proven track record of successfully delivering projects in these domains.
Responsibilities:
- Develop comprehensive project plans for application, infrastructure, and security projects at Boyd, covering all phases from discovery and planning to execution and reporting.
- Define project scope, milestones, goals, and deliverables in alignment with the established IT governance model.
- Create and manage project timelines, including activities, tasks, dependencies, and resource allocation.
- Coordinate and assemble the project team, including project owner and vendor-partner.
- Manage vendor-partner effort estimates, timelines, and deliverables.
- Utilize appropriate tools to track project deliverables.
- Identify, mitigate, and report project risks and issues (RAID Log management).
- Collaborate effectively with the program management office and program leadership.
- Monitor and provide accurate progress reports to all stakeholders.
- Present reports highlighting project progress, problems, and proposed solutions.
- Manage the project backlog and prioritization using project management tools.
- Coordinate project activities, meetings, and communication.
- Resolve conflicts and remove obstacles that impede progress.
- Facilitate effective implementation of changes.
- Ensure deliverables meet quality standards.
- Guide development teams and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Foster collaboration and effective communication within the project team and with stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Demonstrated experience in project management, specifically in Applications, Infrastructure, and Security projects.
- Proven track record of successfully delivering projects with responsibility for budget, scope, and schedule.
- Hands-on experience in managing project risk, cost, schedule, quality, testing, communications, procurement, and organizational change management.
- Proficiency in project management methodologies and best practices.
- Familiarity with project management tools and software.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to lead diverse teams of subject matter experts with varying levels of project experience.
- Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing project requirements and priorities.
Preferences:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP) or Agile methodologies.
- Experience in managing applications, infrastructure, and security projects in an enterprise environment.
- Familiarity with industry-standard security frameworks and practices.
- Knowledge of IT governance and compliance requirements.
Source : RW Joseph Consulting Group, Inc.