Project Management Manager - Ampcus Incorporated
Jacksonville, FL 32202
About the Job
Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.
Job Title: Project Management Manager
Location(s): Jacksonville, FL
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for the planning, coordinating, monitoring and implementing very complex technical and/or non-technical programs to meet organizational goals. Oversees and provides guidance to the personnel responsible for the organization’s portfolio of projects. Maintains the efficiency of important aspects of the project management process such as planning, scheduling , and budget and risk assessment. Oversees day-to-day operations of the Project Management Office (PMO).
GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Builds and provides direction and day-to-day operations to the PMO. The PMO scope may include technical and/or non-technical programs for division.
• Defines and develops project / program management best practices, processes, and policy to ensure alignment with corporate strategy and goals.
• Partners with multi-departmental leadership and other stakeholders to locate opportunities and develop and prioritize projects according to relevant measurement criteria.
• Maintains the efficiency of important aspects of the project management process such as planning, scheduling, and budget and risk assessment. Provides executive management with forecasts of available resources and program status.
• Supervises the project and program managers to ensure that all projects within the scope of the PMO are delivered within the defined scope, quality, time and cost requirements.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or the equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience. Advanced degree is preferred. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or active pursuit of certification preferred.
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Extensive knowledge of project management standards, processes, procedures and guidelines
• Knowledge of the industry project management best practices (i.e., Project Management Body of Knowledge - PMBOK)
• Knowledge of various types of IT project methodologies and life cycles (e.g., conversions, incremental, rapid delivery, classic or traditional waterfall phases of analysis, design, development, testing, implementation) and the correct project application
• Knowledge of standards relevant to the software industry (e.g., ISO, CMM, Six Sigma)
• Knowledge of financial services industry
• Knowledge of company’s products and services
• Advanced skill in the use of project management software to manage projects (e.g., MS Project and auxiliary tools, such as earned value database, audit tools, project repository, including risk, issues and action items database, SLIM Estimate, Metrics and Control, PlanView, Platinum Process Continuum)
• Demonstrated skill in managing project budgets and timelines
• Skill in the use of negotiation techniques to reach agreement when there are widely-differing viewpoints
• Excellent analysis, problem-solving, team, conflict management and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to set clear expectations, manage team performance and build high morale among team members
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and carry out assignments that are sensitive in nature
Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.
Source : Ampcus Incorporated
