What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Project Manager position at Dechen Consulting Group?
Only W2 and Local to Michigan only
Below 10 years expeteince, no Senior Program managers
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and manage IT projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget.
Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams and sometimes other departments to gather requirements and define project objectives.
Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
Provide regular updates to stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment.
Lead and facilitate project team meetings, providing weekly status updates.
Lead and facilitate project update and escalation meetings with executive leadership.
Ensure accountability among project team members, vendors, and stakeholders.
Facilitate and manage necessary testing.
Manage project documentation including a project schedule, RAID log, enhancements log, status updates, and customer presentations.
Conduct post-project lessons learned sessions to evaluate the success and shortcomings of project elements.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong leadership skills
Demonstrated expertise in project planning and management.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to work autonomously while also being able to collaborate effectively and escalate issues when necessary.
Superior verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to provide clear instructions and present information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong analytical and reasoning skills for problem-solving and sound judgment in complex decision-making.
Proficient in planning and organizing work processes, with the ability to self-manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Experience with a variety of core IT projects in Analytics, ERP and/or Infrastructure would be ideal.
Desired Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in IT.
PMP certification is preferred.
Proven track record of successfully managing technology-related projects.
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with databases, spreadsheets, and reporting technologies.
Bachelor’s degree in information Technology, Business Administration, or a closely related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Salary : $50 - $55