Project Manager 2 from TPA technologies
Augusta, ME
About the Job
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:1. Project Planning and Execution:
- Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
- Lead project teams and coordinate resources to execute project tasks and achieve project milestones.
- Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and identify risks and issues proactively.
- Implement effective project management methodologies and best practices to optimize project outcomes.
2. Stakeholder Management:
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, developers, designers, and other project team members.
- Communicate project status, updates, and risks to stakeholders regularly and facilitate decision-making processes as needed.
- Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment on project priorities, requirements, and timelines.
3. Team Leadership and Development:
- Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to project team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Set clear goals and expectations for team members and provide regular feedback on performance.
- Identify training and development needs for team members and support their professional growth and skill enhancement.
4. Quality Assurance and Risk Management:
- Implement quality assurance processes and standards to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products.
- Conduct thorough testing and validation of software deliverables to identify and address defects and issues.
- Identify project risks and develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize potential impact on project success.
5. Client Relationship Management:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, addressing their inquiries, concerns, and feedback promptly and professionally.
- Manage client expectations and negotiate changes to project scope, schedule, and budget as necessary.
- Foster positive client relationships through proactive communication, transparency, and a commitment to delivering value.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree or PMP certification is a plus.
- Proven experience (5+ years) in project management, specifically leading software development projects using Java, REST, and React technologies.
- Strong understanding of software development methodologies.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software, such as Smartsheet and Resource Manager or other similar tools.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- Solid problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on delivering results and driving project success.
- Experience in client-facing roles and managing client relationships is preferred.
Location:
This position is based at our Augusta, Maine office with occasional travel required for client meetings or team collaborations.
If you are a dynamic and results-driven IT Project Manager with a passion for leading successful software modernization development projects, we encourage you to apply and join our talented team.