What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Project Manager position at Software Guidance & Assistance?
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Technical Project Manager for a contract assignment with one of our premier Financial Services clients in Irving, TX.
Responsibilities :
We are seeking an experienced and results-oriented Senior Technical Project Manager with 5-10 years of experience to lead our complex, cross-functional technology projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and a proven track record of successfully delivering software development, infrastructure, or systems integration projects on time and within budget. You will be responsible for the entire project lifecycle, from planning and initiation to execution, monitoring, and closure. This role requires a unique blend of project management discipline, technical expertise, and exceptional leadership skills to bridge the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders.
SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.
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Responsibilities :
We are seeking an experienced and results-oriented Senior Technical Project Manager with 5-10 years of experience to lead our complex, cross-functional technology projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and a proven track record of successfully delivering software development, infrastructure, or systems integration projects on time and within budget. You will be responsible for the entire project lifecycle, from planning and initiation to execution, monitoring, and closure. This role requires a unique blend of project management discipline, technical expertise, and exceptional leadership skills to bridge the gap between technical teams and business stakeholders.
- Project Planning and Execution:
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, budgets, and risk management strategies.
- Lead the day-to-day execution of project tasks, ensuring that project teams are on track to meet milestones.
- Team and Stakeholder Management:
- Lead and motivate cross-functional teams of engineers, developers, and other technical staff.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communications, effectively managing stakeholder expectations.
- Facilitate project meetings, including kick-offs, daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
- Translate technical concepts and project status into clear, concise updates for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Technical Oversight and Risk Management:
- Maintain a solid understanding of the project's technical architecture, challenges, and dependencies.
- Work with technical leads to identify and resolve technical roadblocks and challenges.
- Proactively identify, track, and mitigate project risks and issues, developing contingency plans as needed.
- Ensure that the final deliverables meet the required quality standards and technical specifications.
- Process and Reporting:
- Track project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, providing regular reports on scope, schedule, and budget.
- Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate verification techniques.
- Conduct post-project evaluations and create a recommendations report to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 5-10 years of direct experience in technical project management, managing software development or infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and various project management methodologies, including Agile (Scrum, Kanban) and Waterfall.
- Proven experience managing projects from conception to completion, including managing scope, schedule, budget, and risk.
- Proficiency with project management software, such as Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project, or similar tools.
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or other relevant project management certifications.
- Experience managing projects in a cloud environment (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform).
- Hands-on experience in a software development or engineering role prior to moving into project management.
- Experience in the financial services or banking industry.
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects effectively.
SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.
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