Information Technology Project Manager-Associate

Under direct supervision, responsible for coordinating the activities associated with small to medium IT projects and/or manages a subset of activities for larger projects. Participates in project planning, requirements definition, analysis, implementation, and development of risk mitigation strategies to ensure the quality of a project through testing and validation activities.

Responsibilities

Executes and manages multiple projects and related activities throughout the life of a project.

May lead team members/contractors and participate in procurement activities related to the project(s) to achieve project objectives and customer requirements.

Manages and controls project activities in accordance with plans and schedules while making adjustments to improve project flow.

Facilitates project flow by ensuring team members are aware of tasks and expected deliverables while motivating team and building commitment to objectives and tasks.

Partners with project sponsors, senior leaders, and key stakeholders to develop requests into proposals that can be submitted for prioritization.

Develops tasking statements and statements of work for projects or portions of plans such as training, testing, and communication plans.

Analyze business processes, IT processes, and system functionality to determine gaps and process inefficiencies.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Sound knowledge, skills and abilities with project management tools and methodologies.

Skilled in multiple systems which include purchased packages, SAAS, complex relational database systems, and web based systems.

Proficiency with PeopleSoft ERP systems, and data warehouse systems preferred.

Strong attention to detail and ability to rapidly isolate and solve computer or application system problems.

Self-motivated and result oriented; takes ownership for deliverables and deadlines while keeping team members focused and on tasks.

Extensive knowledge of relevant project management software and all Microsoft Office supporting products.

Ability to work collaboratively on projects or in work group and improve workflows.

Strong communication skills and public speaking ability.

Education:

Bachelors Degree in computer science or related field is required. Required Skills Up to one (1) year of experience successfully managing small projects or phases of a larger project is preferred. You must create an Indeed account before continuing to the company website to apply