Senior IT Project Manager-MS Office

Zeektek; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 82,656 - 89,544; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is looking for an experienced Information Technology Project Manager to oversee high-budget projects throughout their lifecycle. This role involves managing complex projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring that business expectations are met. The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of experience in project management, a relevant bachelor's degree, and strong communication skills. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and is contract-based, with additional benefits including medical and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing complex, technical projects.
• PMP, CSM or other relevant professional designation preferred.
• Five or more years in insurance/reinsurance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage large and complex projects through the full lifecycle.
• Establish and maintain communication with project managers and teams.
• Provide guidance in coding and troubleshooting applications.

Skills

Intermediate MS Office skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Advanced investigative and problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize multiple projects

Negotiation skills with customers

Ability to adapt quickly

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

10+ years in project management

Job description

This range is provided by Zeektek. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base Pay Range

$60.00/hr - $65.00/hr

Responsible for managing high budget projects with multi‑function and multi‑region impacts through the project lifecycle. Includes collaborating with other project managers (PMs) on project/program interdependencies, managing risks, executive level reporting, and executing on strategic goals and objectives. Uses industry best practices to achieve the highest degree of project success for all implementations.

• Manages large and/or complex projects through the project lifecycle, including developing charters, plans, schedules, and budgets; allocating resources; monitoring performance against schedule, budget, and quality targets; managing changes, issues and risks; and providing regular communication to program management and other areas within the organization.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication with other project managers, cross‑functional project teams, and internal/external customers in order to identify key plan tasks and due dates.
• Provides guidance in the application toolset required to code, test and troubleshoot applications for new development and on‑going support, and direct the activities of all technical resources on the project.
• Foster a positive and engaged work environment. Mentor associates and give guidance on associate development.
• Ensures business partners’ expectations are met, gain understanding when desired outcomes are not feasible and provide alternative solutions to meet objective(s).
• Conducts feasibility studies and performs cost/benefit analysis on projects.
• Establishes and maintains best practices and consistent project management policies and guidelines in line with IT project management methodologies.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent related work experience
• 10+ years in a project management position
• Hands‑on experience in managing complex, technical projects

Preferred Education

• PMP, CSM or other relevant professional designation
• 5+ years in insurance/reinsurance
• Six Sigma or other process improvement training

Skills

• Intermediate MS Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Excel)
• Ability to be flexible when needed, take initiative, and demonstrate accountability
• Strong oral and written communication skills demonstrating ability to share and impart knowledge
• Keen understanding of project dependencies and program interdependencies
• Ability to quickly adapt to new methods and work under tight deadlines
• Highly advanced ability to manage & prioritize multiple projects and/or teams simultaneously, in accordance with goals
• Advanced investigative, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and also coordinate activities of a team
• Highly advanced ability to translate business needs and problems into viable/accepted solutions; ability to conceptualize and design multiple ideas/solutions for projects
• Highly advanced ability to liaise with individuals across a wide variety of operational, functional, and technical disciplines
• Highly advanced persuasion and negotiation skills when working with internal and external customers

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Project Management Office and/or PMO delivery models

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Contract

Job Function

• Other

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

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