Project Manager

TALENT Software Services; Minnesota; Remote; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENT Software Services seeks a Project Manager for a fully remote contract position. Responsible for managing multiple software implementation projects, the role requires strong communication skills and a proficiency in Agile methodologies. This opportunity offers a strong chance for long-term engagement and is an excellent match for candidates knowledgeable in project management best practices.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of PMBoK and Agile principles.
• Experience in software implementation projects.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage Agile, Waterfall, and Iterative projects using a hybrid approach.
• Complete project planning, scheduling, and scope management.
• Communicate with stakeholders to facilitate decision-making.

Skills

Agile Methodology

Waterfall Methodology

Project Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

Microsoft Project

Planview

DevOps

Job description

Job Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of a Project Manager for a contract position that can be worked 100% remotely. The opportunity will be a year with a strong chance for a long-term extension.

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Manage Agile, Waterfall and/or Iterative projects, especially projects that employ a hybrid approach.
• Complete project planning, scheduling, scope, cost, risk identification and management, status reporting, change management, issues resolution and other project management controls
• Manage software implementation projects including custom, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS), Software as a Service (SaaS) and related processes to support and enhance foundation infrastructure, services, business systems and enterprise software solutions.
• Manage projects in the project and strategic portfolio management application (software).
• Manage numerous projects, with the ability to prioritize, delegate, and escalate project concerns as needed.
• Communicate with project stakeholders to facilitate group discussions to drive decision-making direction.
• Communicate both verbally and with written messages to facilitate a mutual understanding of involved parties.
• Establish rapport with others, motivate coworkers and customers and to work collaboratively across business and technology functions.
• Practice customer service skills including active listening, empathy, and problem-solving.
• Manage procurement processes.
• Provide knowledge transfer when necessary to provide work/project continuity.
  
  

Preferred:

• Knowledge of the Project Management industry best practices for service/systems creation and development and generally accepted standards outlined in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBoK) Guide and Agile principles.
• Knowledge of the Software/System Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Knowledge of procurement processes.
• Experience with Agile, Waterfall and/or Iterative project management methodologies, especially with projects that employ a hybrid approach.
• Experience with project planning, scheduling, scope, cost, risk identification and management, status reporting, change management, issues resolution and other project management controls and practices.
• Knowledge and demonstrable experience leading/managing large data migration and interface/data exchange efforts
• Strong experience managing software implementation projects including custom, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS), Software as a Service (SaaS) and related processes to support and enhance foundation infrastructure, services, business systems and enterprise software solutions.
• Proficient in using a project and strategic portfolio management application (e.g. Microsoft Project, Planview, DevOps)
  
  

If this job is a match for your background, we would be honored to receive your application!

Providing consulting opportunities to TALENTed people since 1987, we offer a host of opportunities including contract, contract to hire and permanent placement. Let's talk!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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