What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Project Manager position at Whiztek Corp?
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Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated IT Project Manager to lead and deliver strategic IT projects in a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. This role involves coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
Top 5 Skills:
Project Planning and Execution: Proven ability to develop project plans, timelines, and budgets and ensure successful project delivery.
Stakeholder Management: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage and manage expectations from stakeholders at all levels.
Risk Management: Expertise in identifying, analyzing, and mitigating project risks.
Agile and Waterfall Methodologies: Experience managing projects using both Agile and traditional Waterfall methodologies.
Technical Knowledge: Understanding of IT infrastructure, software development processes, and emerging technologies.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Project Planning: Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders and technical teams.
Resource Management: Allocate and manage project resources, including assigning tasks and tracking team performance.
Risk and Issue Management: Proactively identify and resolve project risks and issues to minimize project impact.
Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and frequent communication with stakeholders, providing project updates and progress reports.
Budget and Schedule Management: Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget by tracking expenses and adhering to schedules.
Quality Assurance: Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and align with business requirements.
Compliance and Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project documentation and ensure adherence to organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
Post-Implementation Support: Oversee project closure activities and ensure smooth handover to operations.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certifications are preferred.
Experience: 5 years of experience managing IT projects, preferably in a hybrid work environment.
Project Management Tools: Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Confluence, or equivalent.
Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to resolve conflicts and make critical project decisions efficiently.
Leadership: Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
Additional Information:
Work Environment: Hybrid schedule with 3 days per week onsite in Houston, TX. Candidates must relocate if they live more than an hour's drive from Houston, TX.
