Mainframe Sr Project Manager

Virtusa Corporation
New York, NY, United States
about 1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$100,000.0 - $120,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Agile Methodology JIRA Mainframes Microsoft Project PRINCE2 Scrum Methodology Information Technology

Job description

A Delivery Project Manager oversees the end-to-end lifecycle of projects, ensuring on-time, within-scope, and high-quality delivery. They manage resources, budgets, risks, and stakeholder communication while enforcing project governance, typically requiring 5+ years of experience in IT/technical implementation and proficiency in methodologies like Agile or PMP., End-to-End Delivery Accountable for project completion from initiation to closure, ensuring adherence to scope and client requirements.

Planning & Scheduling Develop detailed project plans, defining milestones, deliverables, and resource allocation.

Risk & Issue Management Proactively identify project risks, devise mitigation plans, and manage issues, escalations, and dependencies.

Stakeholder Communication Serve as the central point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular status updates on progress, KPIs, and financials (P&L/budget).

Quality Assurance Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and align with client specifications (e.g., HLD/LLD).

Team Leadership Lead cross-functional , facilitating collaboration and fostering a productive working environment.

Requirements

Experience Proven experience (often 5-10+ years) in technical project management or service delivery.

Education Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, or related field.

Certifications PMP, PRINCE2, or Certified Scrum Master (CSM) preferred.

Technical Skills Proficiency in MS Projects, Jira, or similar project management tools.

Soft Skills Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical problem-solving abilities.

Common Qualifications/Tools

PMP or PRINCE2 Certification

Agile Methodologies

Technical background in IT/Services

Risk Mitigation

Stakeholder Management

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