Project Manager, Portal Redesign and Deployment - PamTen Inc
Waltham, MA 02453
About the Job
***Primarily remote, it may require occasional in-person meetings. This is a right-to-hire position, offering long-term potential. Client is based in Waltham, MA
The Project Manager will spearhead the comprehensive redesign and systematic build-out of our enterprise web portal. This role demands a candidate with substantial experience in managing large-scale software development projects, profound technical knowledge, and exceptional leadership skills. The incumbent will orchestrate all facets of the project lifecycle, ensuring the seamless transition from conceptual design through to full-scale implementation, including an interim release phase.
**Responsibilities:**
1. **Portal Architecture and Design Management:**
- Lead the end-to-end redesign and development efforts of the corporate web portal.
- Ensure architectural integrity and compliance with UI/UX best practices during the portal revamp.
2. **Project Lifecycle Oversight:**
- Implement traditional project management methodologies alongside Agile frameworks to guide the project from inception to completion.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
3. **Technical Leadership:**
- Exhibit strong technical acumen with a comprehensive understanding of software development paradigms.
- Facilitate the integration and alignment of software architecture with business objectives.
4. **Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:**
- Engage with executive leadership to secure project buy-in and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
- Maintain transparent communication channels with all stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and expected outcomes.
5. **Release Management:**
- Manage the phased rollout of the portal, beginning with an interim version 1.5 leading to the full release of version 2.0.
- Coordinate deployment schedules, ensuring adherence to quality standards and minimizing operational disruptions.
6. **Risk and Dependency Management:**
- Identify project risks and interdependencies; develop mitigation and resolution strategies to address potential impediments.
- Ensure a holistic approach to handling project risks, including technical, organizational, and operational factors.
7. **Agile and Process Improvement:**
- Promote Agile practices and methodologies within the team, fostering an environment of continuous improvement.
- Lead scrum sessions, retrospectives, and sprint planning meetings to ensure optimal team performance.
8. **Tool Proficiency:**
- Utilize project management tools (e.g., Atlassian Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow, Lucid) effectively to track progress, document procedures, and manage artifacts.
9. **Quality Assurance and Testing Collaboration:**
- Collaborate closely with QA and DevOps teams to ensure comprehensive testing and successful deployment of the portal.
10. **Post-Deployment Support and Optimization:**
- Oversee post-launch activities, including user feedback incorporation, performance monitoring, and continuous enhancement initiatives.
**Qualifications:**
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in project or program management within technology environments.
- Proven track record in leading large-scale web portal development projects.
- In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies, certified Scrum Master or similar Agile qualifications preferred.
- Extensive experience with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Prior experience in UX/UI design principles and customer journey mapping.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and software development life cycles.
- Preference for candidates with experience in the financial services industry, particularly in wealth management or broker-dealer operations.
This role is designed for a technically astute individual who thrives in complex project environments and is committed to delivering exceptional outcomes. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a meticulous attention to detail and a proven ability to navigate challenging project landscapes.
The Project Manager will spearhead the comprehensive redesign and systematic build-out of our enterprise web portal. This role demands a candidate with substantial experience in managing large-scale software development projects, profound technical knowledge, and exceptional leadership skills. The incumbent will orchestrate all facets of the project lifecycle, ensuring the seamless transition from conceptual design through to full-scale implementation, including an interim release phase.
**Responsibilities:**
1. **Portal Architecture and Design Management:**
- Lead the end-to-end redesign and development efforts of the corporate web portal.
- Ensure architectural integrity and compliance with UI/UX best practices during the portal revamp.
2. **Project Lifecycle Oversight:**
- Implement traditional project management methodologies alongside Agile frameworks to guide the project from inception to completion.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
3. **Technical Leadership:**
- Exhibit strong technical acumen with a comprehensive understanding of software development paradigms.
- Facilitate the integration and alignment of software architecture with business objectives.
4. **Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:**
- Engage with executive leadership to secure project buy-in and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
- Maintain transparent communication channels with all stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and expected outcomes.
5. **Release Management:**
- Manage the phased rollout of the portal, beginning with an interim version 1.5 leading to the full release of version 2.0.
- Coordinate deployment schedules, ensuring adherence to quality standards and minimizing operational disruptions.
6. **Risk and Dependency Management:**
- Identify project risks and interdependencies; develop mitigation and resolution strategies to address potential impediments.
- Ensure a holistic approach to handling project risks, including technical, organizational, and operational factors.
7. **Agile and Process Improvement:**
- Promote Agile practices and methodologies within the team, fostering an environment of continuous improvement.
- Lead scrum sessions, retrospectives, and sprint planning meetings to ensure optimal team performance.
8. **Tool Proficiency:**
- Utilize project management tools (e.g., Atlassian Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow, Lucid) effectively to track progress, document procedures, and manage artifacts.
9. **Quality Assurance and Testing Collaboration:**
- Collaborate closely with QA and DevOps teams to ensure comprehensive testing and successful deployment of the portal.
10. **Post-Deployment Support and Optimization:**
- Oversee post-launch activities, including user feedback incorporation, performance monitoring, and continuous enhancement initiatives.
**Qualifications:**
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in project or program management within technology environments.
- Proven track record in leading large-scale web portal development projects.
- In-depth knowledge of Agile methodologies, certified Scrum Master or similar Agile qualifications preferred.
- Extensive experience with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Prior experience in UX/UI design principles and customer journey mapping.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and software development life cycles.
- Preference for candidates with experience in the financial services industry, particularly in wealth management or broker-dealer operations.
This role is designed for a technically astute individual who thrives in complex project environments and is committed to delivering exceptional outcomes. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a meticulous attention to detail and a proven ability to navigate challenging project landscapes.
Source : PamTen Inc