IT Project Manager Job in Long Island City, New York US
IT Project Manager
The Project Manager is responsible for driving complex, high priority, projects or component phases of larger programs. They are accountable for delivering projects on time, within budget, and within scope. This individual will lead and coordinate cross-functional, cross-departmental, cross-company teams that are responsible for all aspects of a project, from initiation to closure. The Sr. Project Manager exemplifies strong initiative and management skills. 1. Insures project methodologies, project delivery processes, and implementation management processes are followed. This includes managing and driving: - Project Schedule - Risk and Issue Management - Scope Change Management 2. Manages the project budget. This includes understanding and validating estimates, cost variance tracking, and managing project resources effectively. 3. Provides clear and concise project communication; both written and verbal. 4. Facilitates/manages project communications and stakeholder, client and project team expectations. Skills/Experience - Proficient in Microsoft Office tools - Proficient in Microsoft Project - Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills - Proven success in delivering projects within budget and specified timeframes, while ensuring customer satisfaction - Proven problem solving skills from problem assessment to solution selection - Ability to identify alternatives and make contingency plans - Capacity to embrace change and quickly adapt to new situations, changes in direction, and altering priorities - Proven ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment - Ability to handle multiple projects and assignments - Ability to demonstrate critical thinking, providing options and recommendations relating to resolving issues, mitigating risks, and resolving escalated items. Scope In addition to duties of a Project Manager, takes projects from original concept through final implementation. Interfaces with all areas affected by the project including end users, distributors, and vendors. Ensures adherence to quality standards and review project deliverables. May communicate with a company executive regarding the status of specific projects. Autonomy Performs duties and makes complex decisions and recommendations under limited supervision, applying a broad knowledge of principles, practices and procedures. Experience Bachelor's Degree or equivalent plus 5+ years progressive management experience, including management of major projects, in a large operating environment. PMP preferred but not required Join TEKsystems() and get your career on the fast track. As the leading technology staffing and services firm, we are passionate about deploying high-caliber IT and communications expertise. To satisfy our constant need for expertise, we actively seek talented Technical Professionals with all levels of information technology and communications skills. TEKsystems knows that every professional has different needs, so we'll work together to determine a suitable benefits package. We offer options to our Technical Professionals that could include: a health plan, 401k, provisions for vacation and holiday pay, and technical and professional training. With a foundation as the nation's largest IT staffing firm, we've become a billion-dollar services company by blending superior client service with an unrivaled ability to source and manage talent to precise specifications, resulting in successful technology executions. Allegis Group and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. M/F/D/V