Project Lead- Westchester, IL - Georgia Tek Systems

Job Title: Project Lead
Location: Westchester, IL
Duration: Contract
Rate: DOE

( USC, GC, GCEAD and L2EADS are only preferred)

Needs to be LOCAL to Chicago and able to be in the office at least once a week for now

Project Lead is responsible for working with the designated Delivery Teams and managing projects using SDLC methods in a fast-paced environment that may cross multiple business divisions. The BT Project Lead will facilitate and be responsible for managing multiple projects of varying sizes while adhering to client's Project Management Processes to deliver software and other projects on time and within budget.
Process enhancements and process compliance is vital for client's success. As a part of the Project Management group, BT Project Lead will work on identifying new opportunities for process improvements in the SDLC to optimize work flow, communication or product delivery, and work with other BT Project Managers to implement and follow approved changes.
Responsibilities:

• Support the Product Managers and Technical Delivery Leads in managing business expectations for project deliverables, managing communications, and helping to implement an effective system of project governance
• Work on assigned projects with corresponding dedicated client's Business and Technology resources to for the complete life cycle of the project: from Initiation to complete rollout/implementation
• Identify, track, communicate, manage and resolve project issues
• Identify, manage and mitigate project risk and roadblocks
• Manage project budget and financials
• Provide upward communication on project scope, schedule, budgets
• Proactively manage scope to ensure what was agreed upon in the Project Initiation document is delivered, unless changes are approved through scope management
• Manage the overall project plan to ensure work is assigned and completed on time and within budget
• Perform other job-related duties as necessary
• This position reports to the designated BT Project Manager

Key Performance Indicators:

• Demonstrate strong sense of ownership, urgency and drive
• Thoroughly maintain and document all project documentation and processes
• Build and maintain solid relationships with the designated Delivery Teams and Business Groups
• Excellent attention and diligence to detail and a commitment to producing accurate project artifacts
• Efficient guidance and support to the designated Delivery Teams, proactive risk and roadblock mitigation
• Oversee all aspects of a project from inception and work effort estimation stages through delivery and project close. Coordinate all project related activities following standard project and software development methodologies.
• Effectively manage all the project lifecycle relationships to ensure that what is approved is delivered and ensure that any changes to commitments are effectively communicated and consensus is achieved.
• Promote effective work environment by closely coordinating with the designated Product Managers and Technical Delivery Leads

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, (MBA Preferred) in Business, Information Systems or proven hands-on experience.
• PMI, CSM or equivalent certification is not required, but is a plus.
• Three (3) or more years of successful work experience in an IT project management and five (5) or more years in an IT role required.
• Solid understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) models as well as knowledge of both Agile and traditional project management principles and practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft personal productivity tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) is required. Experience in Microsoft Project or other project management timeline software is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills including collaborating and team building
• Ability to articulate technical solutions to non-technical customers in clear and simple terms.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills