Senior Project Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Universal City, California, United States Ekman Associates, Inc Full time

Title:
Project Manager – Staff Engineering

Location:
Remote

Ekman Associates is a management consulting firm that specializes in developing business, digital, and technology strategy, delivering solutions, and addressing human resource demands.



Overview:
The Staff Engineering Project Manager will play a pivotal role in our Enterprise Technology division, which oversees corporate technology, broadcasting, and production systems on a global scale. This position is crucial for managing extensive and intricate software initiatives that impact significant segments of the organization.

The primary responsibility of the Staff Engineering Project Manager is to ensure the effective delivery of software and infrastructure engineering projects, while adhering to performance, quality, and scheduling benchmarks.

This role requires adept planning and execution within a hybrid waterfall and agile framework. Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills are essential. A solid technical background and the ability to swiftly grasp strategic objectives are critical for success.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Oversee and direct multiple programs and substantial projects.
2. Establish and uphold project scope, timelines, and financial plans.
3. Maintain and revise detailed project plans, roadmaps, and trackers to assess and monitor progress.
4. Effectively communicate project expectations, risks, and escalations across all organizational levels in a timely manner.
5. Manage project resource allocation, identify overallocated resources, and develop mitigation strategies.
6. Formulate and uphold robust mitigation strategies against potential risks and challenges.
7. Lead cross-functional teams towards shared objectives within stringent timelines.
8. Provide weekly and monthly updates on project status.
9. Contribute to ongoing process improvements aimed at enhancing efficiency and automation.

Qualifications:
- B.S./B.A. degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
- PMP or CSM certification is preferred.
- Previous experience in the media and entertainment sector is advantageous.
- Strong leadership capabilities to drive results and deliver outcomes.
- Results-oriented with a commitment to seeing tasks through to completion.
- Over 10 years of experience managing complex software or infrastructure projects.
- Familiarity with project management tools such as Jira, ServiceNow, and Smartsheet.
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with a keen attention to detail.
- Foundational knowledge of software and infrastructure engineering technologies.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to coordinate and influence diverse global teams.
- Adaptable individual capable of leading effectively under pressure and during significant changes.
- Eagerness to continuously learn about new technologies and project management methodologies, adapting to evolving business and industry needs.

Qualified Candidates Only:
If you wish to learn more about this opportunity and additional qualifications/responsibilities, please submit your resume. To learn more about Ekman Associates, Inc. please visit our website at

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