Senior Technical Project Manager

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Senior Technical Project Manager in Orlando, FL

Role Description

In this role, you will manage a group of projects within the Portfolio. You will apply project management principles and lead project schedule, scope, quality, cost, and performance risks. You will also lead the activities of the team by understanding the role of each team member and their scope of work. This position works closely with technology teams, leadership, and other businesses. High degree of partnership and collaboration is needed.

• Develop and manage the project scope, timelines, risks, and quality management across the entire project lifecycle (initiation through completion).
• Works with development teams, including Software Engineers, Product Managers, Architects, and leadership to establish processes across all program areas that will ensure success on strategically prioritized projects and improve efficiency.
• Successfully develops and maintains project budgets and ensures their delivery in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
• Maintains monthly forecast submissions, including making adjustments as needed to resource allocations, vendor payment schedules, and forecast for partner teams.
• Conducts regular program status meetings with all partners, keeping needs and requirements continuously in view.
• Builds program presentations and reports for management, leadership, sponsors, and partners.
• Works with resource managers for weekly or monthly allocations of project team

Skills & Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience successfully managing complex technical program/projects.
• Adept at leading and prioritizing projects in a program and working seamlessly with distributed teams (onshore, near shore, and offshore).
• Hands-on experience with Agile, Kanban, Waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies.
• Possesses good interpersonal skills, communication (written and verbal), time management skills, and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Agile Application Lifecycle Management and development tools like JIRA, Confluence/Wiki, and Smartsheets
• Ability to understand architectural and technical aspects of projects. Bachelors or 17 years of Relevant experience
• Experience with budget tracking, including actuals vs. forecast, submitting forecasts, and providing variance explanations.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Agile Certifications (CSM; ACP; CSPO; SAFe; LeSS)
• Experience in the supply chain industry, including Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) like Blue Yonder, SAP WMS, and Oracle WMS

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

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