IT Project Manager

Job Summary:

The Information Technology Project Manager will plan, establish, and manage information technology (IT) projects and will serve as a liaison between the business and technical aspects of assigned projects. The below is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities, or requirements. Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Manages assigned IT projects to ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and scope of project.
2. Develops, maintains, and revises proposals for assigned projects including project objectives, technologies, systems, information specifications, timelines, funding, and staffing.
3. Sets and tracks project milestones; manages and accounts for unforeseen delays, then realigns schedules and expectations as needed.
4. Establishes and implements project communication plans, providing status updates to affected staff and stakeholders.
5. Conducts SCRUM meetings and serves as SCRUM master on occasion
6. Works with Product Management and IT development to set realistic goals and deliver projects in a timely fashion
7. Collects, analyzes, and summarizes information and trends as needed to prepare project status reports.
8. Regular and reliable attendance expected.
9. Other work-related duties as assigned by supervisor/manager. Minimum Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills Required

1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology.
2. At least 3-5 years of similar experience required.
3. Project Management Professional (PMP) or CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) certifications preferred.
4. Experience with Offshore/Onshore development teams desired.
5. Organized with strong attention to detail.
6. Excellent analytical, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
7. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
8. Thorough understanding of project management principles and planning.
9. Thorough understanding of information technology procedures and practices.
10. Proficient with, or able to quickly become proficient with, a range of general and specialized applications, software, and hardware used in the organization and industry.
11. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
12. Ability to motivate groups of people to complete a project in a timely manner.