IT Project Manager

Kforce Inc.
Mount Airy, NC, United States
7 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

JIRA Microsoft Azure Cloud Computing Data Warehousing High-Level Architecture Systems Analysis Microsoft Software Oracle (Applications) Information Technology Oracle Erp Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Powerapps

Job description

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager in Mount Airy, NC., * Lead the implementation of Oracle/Microsoft projects, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and processes

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, develop specifications, and ensure the solution meets business needs
  • Coordinate with Oracle and other third-party vendors to ensure timely and effective delivery of services
  • Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, timelines, and resource allocation
  • Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and deliver projects within budget
  • Define project success criteria and communicate them to involved parties throughout the project lifecycle
  • Administer, configure, and optimize Jira Cloud to support project, workflow, permission, and automation needs across technology teams
  • Assemble and lead cross-functional project teams, providing direction and support to team members
  • Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment
  • Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders and senior management
  • Identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks
  • Develop contingency plans to address potential challenges and ensure project continuity
  • Ensure that project deliverables meet the highest quality standards and are aligned with business requirements
  • Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure compliance with project objectives and standards
  • Develop and implement change management strategies to support the adoption of Oracle Field Services
  • Provide training and support to end-users to ensure successful system utilization
  • Identify and engage with third-party vendors and suppliers to support program and project needs
  • Negotiate and manage vendor contracts and relationships, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and on-time delivery of goods and services

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • Master’s degree in Computer Science, CIS, or related field
  • Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP) or technical certifications are advantageous
  • 10+ years in IT program management, including leadership roles with a focus on agile delivery
  • 8+ years of experience in a leadership role of a large matrixed organization
  • 8+ years of experience managing operational and/or project financial budgets
  • 8+ years of IT experience developing and implementing systems within an organization
  • 8+ years of experience managing systems analysis, including defining technical requirements and performing high level design for complex solutions
  • Experience with Oracle cloud products including Field services, Fusion HCM, Fusion ERP and CX cloud
  • Experience with Microsoft products including Dynamics 360, Azure EDW and Power apps
  • In-depth knowledge of IT processes and tools as it pertains to project management, financial management and resource planning
  • Familiarity with the field service business and process/tools to facilitate running a crew-based field services business
  • Strong financial acumen with a successful track record in budget management
  • Proficiency in vendor management, contract negotiations, and procurement processes
  • Ability to design and execute strategic IT support initiatives in alignment with business objectives
  • Regular attendance is required

Benefits & conditions

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce’s sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

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