IT Program Manager

United Global Technologies; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm located in Paramus, New Jersey is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and manage the entire project lifecycle from initiation to closure. Responsibilities include defining project scope and deliverables, developing comprehensive project plans, monitoring progress, and conducting status meetings with stakeholders. The ideal candidate is effective in communication and leadership and has a strategic approach to project delivery within budget constraints.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the entire project lifecycle from initiation to closure.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including timelines and budgets.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure project requirements are met.
• Monitor project progress and develop mitigation strategies for risks.
• Conduct regular project status meetings for stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets, tracking expenses within financial resources.
• Foster effective communication among team members and stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project team members.
• Conduct post-project evaluations for improvements.
• Handle the RFP process for vendor evaluation.

Job description

1. Lead and manage the entire project lifecycle, from initiation to closure, ensuring adherence to project management best practices and methodologies.
2. Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders and senior management.
3. Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
4. Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, engineers, designers, and business analysts, to ensure project requirements are understood and met.
5. Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and issue, and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery.
6. Conduct regular project status meetings, providing updates to stakeholders and senior management on project progress, risks, and issues.
7. Manage project budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring projects are delivered within allocated financial resources.
8. Foster effective communication and collaboration among team members, stakeholders, and vendors to ensure project objectives are met.
9. Provide leadership and guidance to project team members, ensuring they have the necessary resources and support to successfully complete their tasks.
10. Conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement and implement changes to enhance future project delivery.
11. Handle the Request for Proposal (RFP) process, including the creation, evaluation, and selection of vendors or service providers.