Sr IT Project Manager-Master Data Management - Direct Client - The AES Group

Role: Direct Client Sr IT Project Manager-Master Data Management
Location: Remote (PST)
Duration: 12+ months

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Senior IT Project Manager for our Direct Client. IT Project Manager will be responsible for leading a Master Data Management design and implementation of data mastering, and data optimization and enabling data focused enterprise solutions. This role requires a strong understanding of how data is mastered, the processes behind data Integration, and how these concepts are combined to ensure high-quality data management.

Years of experience

• Experienced as a senior project manager in technology or in a software development setting (10+ years)
• Experienced working in technology or in a software development setting (10+ years)
• Experienced with data optimization and enabling data focused enterprise solutions (10+ years)

Technology requirements:

• Agile
• Scrum
• Experienced in master data management and the ingestion/syndication / focus on data integration to enterprise systems

Degree or certifications required:

• PMP - program & project management is required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proactive, detailed driver, comfortable with navigating ambiguity
• Active ownership & accountability of project financials budget ownership
• Experienced using Agile methods and working on complex, integrated platforms within a matrixed environment required.
• Experienced with enabling data solutions, data migrations, optimization & governance & cloud, unlocking enterprise data solutions.
• Expert in direct management and ownership of project / program budget and forecasting processes
• PMP, PgMP, and Scrum Master Certifications are preferred.
• Ability to apply knowledge of multidisciplinary business principles and practices to achieve successful outcomes in cross-functional projects and activities.
• Being able to navigate the ambiguity
• Has led Agile teams.

Summary of Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
• Oversees tactical planning and day-to-day management of one or more programs in the IT portfolio.
• Collaborates with IT and business leadership on strategic planning for the program.
• In partnership with the program portfolio manager, engages stakeholders on project ideation and assists in the creation of business cases and return on investment assessments.
• Develops a deep understanding of projects within the program and the broader IT portfolio; manages assigned projects with a clear understanding of business and IT context, and develops supporting artifacts such as forecast, project plan, etc.
• Ensures alignment of proposed projects with the program roadmap and its goals and manages project planning and execution accordingly.
• Drives complex, cross-functional enterprise projects, leading multiple efforts within a specific program simultaneously, with complexity as a limiting factor.
• Leads high performing, cross-functional, often globally distributed teams.
• Works independently, without the need for day-to-day guidance.
• Provides active project management and ownership for initiatives within the program.
• Performs core project management duties, including guiding the project through formal approval and funding gates; developing a project plan that includes a detailed budget, project timeline, detailed task-driven schedule, project RACI and resource plan, and communication plan; and managing project execution from analysis/design, develop, test & deployment.
• When leading an Agile project, partners closely with the scrum master and product owner on all activities.
• Ensures that program and project status reports and quarterly updates are relevant, transparent, and add value.
• Partners with relevant IT and business hiring managers to ensure that the project has the skillsets, and the resources required for delivery.
• Interaction level with team:
• Highly collaborative