Senior Project Manager - NTT DATA Services
New Orleans, LA 70113
About the Job
Company Overview:
Req ID: 265828
NTT DATA Services strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.
We are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana (US-LA), United States (US).
Job Description:
This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, monitoring, and implementing complex large scale IT projects (e.g. tasks > 500) to meet organizational goals. Selected candidate will oversee and provide guidance to the personnel responsible for the organizations portfolio of projects. He/she will maintain the efficiency of important aspects of the project management process such as planning, budget, and risk assessment. The ideal candidate is required to have excellent project management skills, with experience in organizing, planning, and executing large-scale projects from vision to implementation involving internal personnel, contractors, and vendors.
Primary Duties & Areas of Responsibility:»
Leadership
Provide strong, proactive and assertive leadership skills that engage multidiscipline work teams to respond to business needs for assigned projects
Makes decisions at the project team level and properly escalate those decisions that cannot be resolved on a timely basis
Lead project team members such as executives, line of business subject matter experts, controllers and schedulers through the lifecycle of a project
Manage project teams that typically includes multiple vendors with onshore and offshore resources
Project Planning
Create project management plans, set expectations, execute governance reviews and ensure the project plans are driven by organizational procedures
Integrates all elements of the plan so that interrelationships are known, accounted for and taken advantage of
Work with respective groups to secure and manage resource availability across the project team, including business resources
Scope Management
Coordinates with cross-functional project stakeholders to develop project scope, objectives, goals, and deliverables
Ensures that requirements are gathered, documented, reviewed and approved per organizational/PMO standards
Ensures projects are delivered on-time, on budget, and remain in scope. Monitors and tracks project dependencies
Schedule Development and Management
Work with assigned scheduler to create a work breakdown structure that defines all activities required for the project deliverables
Budget Development and Cost Management
Manage project budget, maintain financial plan, track actuals vs. plan, provide monthly forecasts, report monthly accruals
Issue and Risk Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Communications Management
Quality Management
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required to be a US Citizen or permanant resident
8+ years of Project Management experience
Solid understanding of Project Management and Project Management Office
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of employment legislation and compliance requirements, HR policies and best practices
Demonstrated experience building and driving people and culture programs from the ground up
Ability to build and maintain relationships, partnerships and external networks
Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision and work effectively in a collaborative team environment
Excellent researching, decision-making and organizational skills are required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Project or similar project management tool
Work independently and follows through on assignments with minimal direction while keeping the team informed
Possess a mastery of basic/generic data skills (tools & concepts)
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to data protection and other guidelines where appropriate
PREFERRED:
Active PMP certification
Primavera P6 certification desirable
Minimum Educational Background and Physical Requirements Required to Perform Job:
Bachelor's and above degree in Computer Science, Information & Technology, MIS, Business or at least 8 years of experience in Project Management.
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About NTT DATA Services:
NTT DATA Services is a recognized leader in IT and business services, including cloud, data and applications, headquartered in Texas. As part of NTT DATA, a $30 billion trusted global innovator with a combined global reach of over 80 countries, we help clients transform through business and technology consulting, industry and digital solutions, applications development and management, managed edge-to-cloud infrastructure services, BPO, systems integration and global data centers. We are committed to our clients' long-term success. Visit nttdata.com or LinkedIn to learn more.
NTT DATA Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regarding to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter so that we may connect you with the appropriate team.
Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this role is $80/hour. Actual compensation will depend on several factors, including the candidate's relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance
Req ID: 265828
NTT DATA Services strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.
We are currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our team in New Orleans, Louisiana (US-LA), United States (US).
Job Description:
This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, monitoring, and implementing complex large scale IT projects (e.g. tasks > 500) to meet organizational goals. Selected candidate will oversee and provide guidance to the personnel responsible for the organizations portfolio of projects. He/she will maintain the efficiency of important aspects of the project management process such as planning, budget, and risk assessment. The ideal candidate is required to have excellent project management skills, with experience in organizing, planning, and executing large-scale projects from vision to implementation involving internal personnel, contractors, and vendors.
Primary Duties & Areas of Responsibility:»
Leadership
Provide strong, proactive and assertive leadership skills that engage multidiscipline work teams to respond to business needs for assigned projects
Makes decisions at the project team level and properly escalate those decisions that cannot be resolved on a timely basis
Lead project team members such as executives, line of business subject matter experts, controllers and schedulers through the lifecycle of a project
Manage project teams that typically includes multiple vendors with onshore and offshore resources
Project Planning
Create project management plans, set expectations, execute governance reviews and ensure the project plans are driven by organizational procedures
Integrates all elements of the plan so that interrelationships are known, accounted for and taken advantage of
Work with respective groups to secure and manage resource availability across the project team, including business resources
Scope Management
Coordinates with cross-functional project stakeholders to develop project scope, objectives, goals, and deliverables
Ensures that requirements are gathered, documented, reviewed and approved per organizational/PMO standards
Ensures projects are delivered on-time, on budget, and remain in scope. Monitors and tracks project dependencies
Schedule Development and Management
Work with assigned scheduler to create a work breakdown structure that defines all activities required for the project deliverables
Budget Development and Cost Management
Manage project budget, maintain financial plan, track actuals vs. plan, provide monthly forecasts, report monthly accruals
Issue and Risk Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Communications Management
Quality Management
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required to be a US Citizen or permanant resident
8+ years of Project Management experience
Solid understanding of Project Management and Project Management Office
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of employment legislation and compliance requirements, HR policies and best practices
Demonstrated experience building and driving people and culture programs from the ground up
Ability to build and maintain relationships, partnerships and external networks
Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision and work effectively in a collaborative team environment
Excellent researching, decision-making and organizational skills are required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Microsoft Project or similar project management tool
Work independently and follows through on assignments with minimal direction while keeping the team informed
Possess a mastery of basic/generic data skills (tools & concepts)
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to data protection and other guidelines where appropriate
PREFERRED:
Active PMP certification
Primavera P6 certification desirable
Minimum Educational Background and Physical Requirements Required to Perform Job:
Bachelor's and above degree in Computer Science, Information & Technology, MIS, Business or at least 8 years of experience in Project Management.
#indist
#li-ist
About NTT DATA Services:
NTT DATA Services is a recognized leader in IT and business services, including cloud, data and applications, headquartered in Texas. As part of NTT DATA, a $30 billion trusted global innovator with a combined global reach of over 80 countries, we help clients transform through business and technology consulting, industry and digital solutions, applications development and management, managed edge-to-cloud infrastructure services, BPO, systems integration and global data centers. We are committed to our clients' long-term success. Visit nttdata.com or LinkedIn to learn more.
NTT DATA Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regarding to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter so that we may connect you with the appropriate team.
Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this role is $80/hour. Actual compensation will depend on several factors, including the candidate's relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance
Source : NTT DATA Services