IT Project Manager - Pipeline - ricefw technologies : Job Details

The IT Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing IT projects within the organization. This role involves leading cross-functional teams, managing project timelines, budgets, and resources, and ensuring that project objectives are met in alignment with business goals. A Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required for this position. Key Responsibilities:

• Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans that outline project scope, objectives, timelines, resources, and budget.
• Team Leadership: Lead and motivate project teams, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve project goals.
• Stakeholder Management: Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and manage expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Risk Management: Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project deliverables.
• Budget Management: Monitor project budgets, ensuring that expenditures are within approved limits and reporting variances as necessary.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards and align with business requirements through regular reviews and testing.
• Progress Tracking: Utilize project management tools to track project progress, manage schedules, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Change Management: Manage change requests and assess their impact on project scope, timeline, and budget.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and lessons learned.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 8+ years of experience in IT project management, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• PMP Certification: Active Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, Trello) and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate teams and manage conflicts.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in managing IT infrastructure projects, software development projects, or system implementations.
• Knowledge of budgeting and financial management principles.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and Scrum practices.