IT Project Manager

Leverage Point Corp

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San Diego, CA

PMP, IT Project Deliverables-processes, software and equipment

5-28-2010

Leverage Point Corporation, a cutting edge consulting organization with a singular focus on software quality, is looking for an experienced IT Project Manager for a 3-6 month engagement beginning immediately. The IT PM will be responsible for managing all aspects of medium to moderately complex projects, or a defined segment of a strategic initiative, including project initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing. Also responsible for integration, scope, time, cost, quality, communications, risk and procurement management. Leads the Business, Technical and Supplier team (more) Leverage Point Corporation, a cutting edge consulting organization with a singular focus on software quality, is looking for an experienced IT Project Manager for a 3-6 month engagement beginning immediately. The IT PM will be responsible for managing all aspects of medium to moderately complex projects, or a defined segment of a strategic initiative, including project initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing.

Also responsible for integration, scope, time, cost, quality, communications, risk and procurement management. Leads the Business, Technical and Supplier teams in 1) developing and consolidating project schedules and work plans, 2) assembling teams and determining cross-team responsibilities, and 3) determining and acquiring the people, equipment, and financial resources needed.

Responsible for successful completion of assigned project - on time and within budget, assuring the solution aligns with / meets the business objective. Serve as a focal point for communications between the project teams and Program Management / Project Sponsor.

Develops appropriate control plans to promote / monitor adoption of the solution. Key Duties / Responsibilities Provides leadership, guidance and project management expertise to plan, monitor and implement projects to ensure project is completed on time, within budget, and within scope.

Leads the project team to utilize appropriate project management tools and processes; ensures project management best practices are utilized and key learning*s are captured. ( 20%) Coordinates project team assignments and monitors progress against the work plan to assure that objectives are met within the prescribed time, cost, and quality measurements.

Receives escalations from project team members and acts to resolve; responsible for escalating items that cannot be resolved at the project level. Monitors and manages the quality of deliverables.

Responsible for Project Change Management; evaluates changes in scope and schedule, assess impact on project plan, and coordinates recommendations to the Change Control Board for adjustments in the project scheduled/budget. ( 20%) Develops and manages a Risk Management Plan with the participation of the project team; takes appropriate action to address issues and risks.

Follows up routinely on all issues and risks for the project and communicates concerns /impacts to Program Management / Project Sponsor / Executive Sponsor. ( 10%) Serve as the primary interface and focal point for communication with Program Management/Project Sponsor/ Executive Sponsor.

Interfaces with impacted stakeholders and Executive Sponsor to ensure objectives and customer-focused requirements are defined and aligned with company directions. ( 15%) Works with Line Management/Process Champions to ensure a quality implementation of project deliverables (technology, training, documentation, etc.

) and that the new solution is adopted and new process control procedures are in place. Reviews project work products/deliverables to assure results align with the methodology/support the project objectives.

(20%) Provides expertise to other team members to assist in problem resolution. ( 5%) Keeps up-to-date and educated in skills related to all project management and ensures this information is disseminated throughout the process.

Educates team members in project management principles, methods, processes and tools and provides input to team members' performance appraisal process. ( 10%) Education & Knowledge Required Bachelors Degree (Business Administration, Management Information Systems, Computer Information Systems or related field) preferred.

PMI Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification desired, knowledge of project management theories and practices. Knowledge of Information Technology Project Management disciplines and processes including project deliverables/artifacts.

Experience / Skills / Abilities Required Minimum four (4) years Project Management experience. Knowledge of information technology applications, processes, software and equipment.

Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Work Breakdown Structure and Project Schedule development and maintenance experience; experience using MS Project.

Demonstrated experience in leading diverse teams; skilled in working with groups to build consensus; ability to develop and maintain effective and collaborative relationships with individuals at all levels. Ability to work independently and with limited direction; self starter who takes ownership and acts proactively to make things happen.

Candidates must be local to Southern CA . Open to 3rd party submissions.

Must have good communication skills. Bernie Laporte (714) 671-1008 Bernie.

Laporte@LevPoint.com (less)

source: seeker.dice.com

30 May 2010