IT Project Manager - REMOTE

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Position: IT Project Manager - REMOTE

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia (CA-NS), Canada (CA)

Day-to-Day Job Duties

1. Project Planning:
   • Define project objectives, scope, and deliverables.
   • Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and timelines.
   • Create a work breakdown structure (WBS) to organize project tasks.
   • Identify and allocate resources, including team members and budget.
   • Set clear project milestones and objectives.
2. Team Leadership:
   • Assemble project teams and assign roles and responsibilities.
   • Provide direction and guidance to team members.
   • Foster a collaborative and productive work environment.
   • Monitor team performance and address any issues or conflicts.
3. Stakeholder Communication:
   • Establish and maintain effective communication with project stakeholders.
   • Provide regular project status updates to clients, sponsors, and other key stakeholders.
   • Address stakeholder concerns and manage expectations.
4. Risk Management:
   • Identify potential project risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
   • Monitor and manage project risks throughout the project lifecycle.
   • Implement contingency plans as needed to address unforeseen issues.
5. Budget and Cost Management:
   • Develop and manage the project budget.
   • Monitor project expenses and ensure they align with the budget.
   • Identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure the project remains financially viable.
6. Schedule Management:
   • Monitor project progress and ensure it adheres to the established schedule.
   • Adjust the project schedule as necessary to accommodate changes and unforeseen delays.
   • Ensure that project milestones are achieved on time.
7. Quality Assurance:
   • Establish and maintain quality standards for project deliverables.
   • Implement quality control processes to ensure project outcomes meet the required criteria.
   • Address any quality issues and make necessary improvements.
8. Reporting and Documentation:
   • Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, reports, and meeting minutes.
   • Generate and distribute regular project status reports.
   • Ensure that project records are up to date and easily accessible.
9. Change Management:
   • Evaluate and manage change requests and their impact on the project.
   • Assess the feasibility and implications of proposed changes.
   • Implement approved changes while minimizing disruption to the project.
10. Closure and Evaluation:
    • Ensure a smooth project closure, including handover of deliverables to stakeholders.
    • Conduct a post-project evaluation to assess the project's success and identify areas for improvement.
    • Capture lessons learned for future projects.
11. Compliance and Regulation:
    • Ensure that the project complies with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
    • Monitor and address any legal or regulatory requirements related to the project.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as project management, business, engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in project management, with a track record of managing projects of increasing complexity and scope.
• 1+ years experience in the Manufacturing industry or field in which the projects are being managed can be highly valuable.
• 5+ years of total IT experience, which can include project management, development, Business Analyst, or support IT roles.

Preferred Skills

• PM certifications like PMP or equivalent are preferred, demonstrating understanding of project management principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead and manage project teams effectively.
• Proficiency in problem-solving and decision-making.
• Experience with project management software tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Excel, Jira, Confluence).
• Knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion global leader in business and technology services, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We focus on innovation, digital transformation, and long-term success for our clients. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts worldwide and a strong partner ecosystem. Our services include consulting, data and AI, industry solutions, and application development and management. Visit us at us.nttdata.

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