IT Project Manager - INSPYR Solutions
Houston, TX 77040
About the Job
Title: IT Project Manager
Location: Houston, TX
Duration: direct-hire
Work Authorization: US Citizen, Green Card Holder or Authroized to Work in the US
Qualified candidates should send their resume (Word format) to Nick Castiglia at NCastiglia@INSPYRsolutions.com.
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated IT Project Manager to join our dynamic team. The IT Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing various IT projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record of managing complex IT projects in a fast-paced environment.
Major Responsibilities
Project Planning and Execution:
- Develop comprehensive project plans outlining project scope, objectives, timelines, resources, and budget.
- Coordinate project activities and tasks, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.
- Monitor project progress and performance, identifying and addressing any deviations or issues promptly.
- Implement effective project management methodologies and best practices to optimize project outcomes.
- Communicate project status, updates, and risks to stakeholders at all levels, including executives, team members, and external partners.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, define project deliverables, and manage expectations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project success and alignment with business objectives.
- Allocate resources effectively to support project activities and milestones.
- Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and third-party contractors to ensure adequate resource availability and utilization.
- Identify resource constraints or bottlenecks and take proactive measures to resolve them.
- Identify potential risks and issues that may impact project success, and develop mitigation strategies.
- Proactively assess project risks and implement risk management plans to minimize their impact.
- Monitor and evaluate risk mitigation efforts throughout the project lifecycle.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management certification preferred.
- Proven experience managing IT projects from initiation to completion, preferably in a technology-driven organization.
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and requirements.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate in a confident and clear manner.
- Strong attention to detail, ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
- Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Proficiency in project management software such as Wrike, Microsoft Project, JIRA, or Asana.
- Familiarity with IT infrastructure, software development lifecycle, and emerging technologies.
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies is a plus.
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.