Offer summary

Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years in IT project management, Bachelor's degree in IT or related field, PMP, PRINCE2 or equivalent certification preferred, Strong understanding of IT infrastructure and software development, Proficient in project management tools.

Key responsabilities:

Define project scope and deliverables with stakeholders

Lead and motivate cross-functional teams

Establish communication with all project stakeholders

Identify and mitigate project risks proactively

Manage project budgets and ensure quality standards

Job description

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Job Title: IT Project Manager
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced IT Project Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in managing IT projects, demonstrating a proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget. As an IT Project Manager, you will play a critical role in overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex IT projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder expectations.
Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Management: Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
Team Leadership: Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment. Provide clear direction, support, and guidance to team members throughout the project lifecycle.
Stakeholder Communication: Establish and maintain effective communication channels with all project stakeholders, including clients, team members, and senior management. Ensure regular status updates and manage expectations regarding project progress and deliverables.
Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to address them proactively. Monitor project risks and implement contingency plans as necessary.
Budget Management: Manage project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring that projects are delivered within financial constraints. Report on financial performance and project variances to senior management.
Quality Assurance: Ensure that all project deliverables meet the required quality standards and are aligned with client expectations. Conduct thorough testing and validation processes to guarantee successful project outcomes.
Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance project management processes, tools, and methodologies.

Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT project management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering complex IT projects.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field. PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable.
Technical Skills: Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, software development, and system integration. Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, JIRA, or similar.
Leadership Skills: Excellent leadership and team management abilities, with a demonstrated capacity to lead cross-functional teams effectively.
Communication Skills: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving project challenges.
Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Additional Skills: Experience with Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) and ServiceNow.

Preference will be given to New York State residents. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

About 8 Consulting:
8 Consulting is a Cybersecurity and Systems Engineering organization dedicated to supporting Public Sector clients in developing and securing their operating environments. Our employees enjoy a work culture that promotes employee growth and employee direction in work selection.
8 Consulting benefits include Health Insurance, 401(k) match, 401(k) profit sharing, life insurance, PTO, eleven Federal holidays, 1 floating holiday per quarter and a flexible work environment. Employees can also take advantage of casual corporate site dress code, free parking, corporate discounts, and support in establishing a safe and effective remote work environment.
8 Consulting is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status.

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