Project Manager (3260)

Our client located in Olathe, Kansas has an immediate contract to hire opportunity for a Project Manager.

Responsible for project planning and management of multiple software development projects. The position will support the complete project planning lifecycle within development. This includes planning for Business, Development, QA, Logistic Management, Outsourced and all areas within using Microsoft Project and other tools as needed. These software solutions are built using the Microsoft platforms.

Minimum Requirements:

• The Project Manager is responsible for all project aspects from initiation through post delivery closure
• Ensure project scope is clearly defined, approved, and implemented.
• Balance requirements with technical, resource and other constraints to ensure the objective of the project is realized
• Management of the work of cross-functional teams and external partners toward delivery against project objectives
• Work with entire team to develop and maintain project schedule.
• Ensure any impact to project scope, schedule, or budget is communicated early and standard change control process is followed.
• Report project progress to team members, and stakeholders, in a clear and timely manner.
• Contribute to continuous improvements in project management office processes and procedures.
• Identify, manage, and communicate project risks and issues.
• Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
• Perform team assessments and evaluations.
• Proactively identify and solve project obstacles.

Education:

• Bachelor s deg ree

Experience:

• 5 years of professional level experience in technology, project management and/or real estate solutions
• 5 years managing technical projects
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office including Microsoft Project and SharePoint

Desired Qualifications:

• Ability to plan and communicate multiple projects simultaneously, managing priorities effectively while achieving each project s objective within the committed delivery duration and budget
• Ability to plan cross functional project teams spanning organizational boundaries, gaining the cooperation and support of diverse stakeholders to accomplish the stated goals
• Proven ability to oversee complex product programs managing detailed project tasks from all aspects of the product lifecycle (new enhancement development, defect resolution, external mandates, etc)
• Knowledge of software development, quality assurance, client server, network and security environments and terminology
• Ability to manage conflict and escalations constructively
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and work in a self-directed organized fashion
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with all levels of the organization
• Leadership and people skills such as: acting with integrity and respect for others, negotiation, political acumen, professional impartiality, client service orientation, personal time management and ability to achieve success through exercise of influence

Certificates/Licenses:

• Project Management Institute PMP certification a plus