Software Project Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Software Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex software projects across diverse enterprise environments. This role offers an exciting opportunity to coordinate cross-functional teams, manage project lifecycles, and ensure the successful implementation of innovative software solutions. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership, organizational skills, and a deep understanding of project management methodologies to drive projects forward with enthusiasm and precision. Join us to shape the future of enterprise software development and make a meaningful impact through technology. Duties

• Lead end-to-end project management for enterprise software initiatives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
• Develop detailed project plans using tools such as Microsoft Project, Visio, and SharePoint, including scope, schedule, resources, and risk management strategies.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to gather requirements, define project deliverables, and establish clear communication channels throughout the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle).
• Utilize Agile frameworks such as Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe to facilitate iterative development cycles while maintaining flexibility for evolving project needs.
• Oversee project execution by managing schedules with Project scheduling tools like Microsoft Project and VersionOne; monitor progress and adjust plans proactively to meet deadlines.
• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT), review test cases, and ensure quality standards are met before deployment; facilitate release management activities.
• Manage project documentation including test plans, disaster recovery plans, status reports, and post-implementation reviews.
• Collaborate with IT infrastructure teams to ensure seamless integration with databases (SQL, Oracle) and cloud computing environments like AWS; oversee IT governance compliance.
• Lead program management efforts for multiple related projects; coordinate dependencies and resource allocation across teams.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels through presentations, reports, and negotiations to ensure transparency and buy-in throughout project lifecycles. Skills

Do you have experience in Stakeholder relationship building?, * Proven expertise in project management methodologies including PMBOK, Waterfall, Agile, SAFe, and IT governance standards.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate teams and manage cross-functional collaboration effectively.
• Extensive experience with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, VersionOne, TFS (Team Foundation Server), SharePoint, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Deep understanding of SDLC processes including requirements gathering, analysis skills, test-driven development (TDD), user acceptance testing (UAT), and release management.
• Technical proficiency in cloud computing platforms like AWS; knowledge of IT infrastructure components including databases (SQL & Oracle) is essential.
• Excellent organizational skills with expertise in project scheduling, time management, risk mitigation strategies, and disaster recovery planning.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement; adept at negotiation and conflict resolution in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to analyze complex technical issues related to enterprise software deployments; experience in software development lifecycle optimization is a plus.
• Familiarity with project management software such as Microsoft Word, Excel (including pivot tables), Visio diagrams for process mapping, SharePoint collaboration tools, and analysis techniques using Visio or similar platforms. Join us as a Software Project Manager to lead transformative projects that shape the future of enterprise technology! Your expertise will drive innovation while ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet our organizational objectives.

Pay: $20.00 - $35.00 per hour

Experience:

• project management: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Dearborn, MI 48121 (Required)

$20 - $35 an hour - Contract