Project Manager

The activities this candidate will be tasked with include, but are not limited to the following:

• Project Planning and Scheduling: Create detailed project plans that outline the scope, resources required, timelines, and milestones. Use project management software to keep track of progress and adjust schedules as needed.

• Resource Management: Allocate team members and technology resources to different tasks and projects based on their skills, experience, and project requirements. Ensure optimal use of resources to meet project goals within budget.

• Budget Management: Develop and manage the project budget, including estimating costs for software, hardware, and human resources. Monitor spending to ensure the project remains within budget and make adjustments as necessary.

• Stakeholder Communication: Regularly update stakeholders, including team members, leadership, and external partners, on project progress, challenges, and changes. Use clear and concise communication to manage expectations and keep everyone informed.

• Risk Management: Identify potential risks to the project timeline, budget, or quality. Develop and implement mitigation strategies to minimize impact and prepare contingency plans for critical risks.

• Quality Assurance: Oversee the quality of deliverables, ensuring they meet project specifications and standards. Implement quality assurance practices, such as code reviews, testing protocols, and performance evaluations, to maintain high-quality outputs.

• Change Management: Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and resources efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption. Assess the impact of changes, update project plans accordingly, and communicate changes to all stakeholders.

• Vendor Management: Negotiate with vendors and suppliers for software, hardware, and services. Manage vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services within agreed budgets and specifications.

• Team Leadership and Development: Lead the project team, providing guidance, motivation, and support. Foster a collaborative environment, resolve conflicts, and facilitate professional development opportunities for team members.

• Project Closure and Evaluation: Upon project completion, conduct a project closure meeting to gather feedback, document lessons learned, and release project resources. Evaluate project success against initial goals and objectives and prepare a final report for stakeholders.

2.2 Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• 7+ years of experience in Project Management Principles, Understanding of methodologies like Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and Lean. Familiarity with project life cycle, from planning and execution to monitoring, controlling, and closure.
• 7+ years of experience in Knowledge of how to identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could impact project success.
• 7+ years of experience in familiarity with quality standards and processes to ensure project deliverables meet expected quality benchmarks.
• 5+ years of experience in project management software tools like ADO, MS Project, or JIRA.
• 3+ years of experience in budgeting, financial forecasting, and cost management.
• Experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and in applying AI technologies appropriately within projects to support business objectives and enhance project outcomes.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to analyze situations, data, and feedback to make informed decisions.
• capability to adjust to changing project scopes, deadlines, and requirements smoothly.
• Ability to mediate disputes within the team or with external parties to maintain a positive working environment.
• Ability to provide excellent customer support; meticulous quality of work and work product.

2.3 General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

Education and Certifications

Education: Bachelor's or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Or equivalent work experience. (Required)

Certifications: Salesforce, AI (Highly Suggested)

Programming Languages: Python, LLMs (Highly Suggested)