Senior Project Manager

cognizant technologies; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology solutions provider is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Wilmington, DE. This role involves managing projects from inception to implementation, ensuring quality standards, and working with various stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have IT project management experience with proficiency in Microsoft tools. Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall methodologies, along with strong problem-solving skills, is essential. Candidates must be US citizens or Green Card holders.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen or full Green Card holder.
• Experience managing ATM/Signature and Pin Debit is a plus.
• Experience with large scaled clients and offshore teams beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from original concept through final implementation.
• Interface with all areas affected by the project.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and review project deliverables.

Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office tools

Proficient in Microsoft Project and/or Microsoft Project Server

Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills

Proven problem solving skills

Ability to handle multiple projects and assignments

Capacity to embrace change

Proven ability to thrive in a fast paced environment

Demonstrate critical thinking

Job description

Cognizant Technologies delivers value added turn-key solutions to our clients which accelerate their organization’s growth. Whether it’s entering new markets, introducing innovative new products, or initiating transformation process changes, Cognizant Technologies will provide consistent services to their clients.

Job Description

Duration: 12 months

Must be a US citizen or full Green Card holder.

Qualifications

Skills/Experience

• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
• Proficient in Microsoft Project and or Microsoft Project Server
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
• Proven success in delivering projects within budget and specified timeframes, while ensuring customer satisfaction
• Proven problem solving skills from problem assessment to solution selection
• Ability to identify alternatives and make contingency plans
• Capacity to embrace change and quickly adapt to new situations, changes in direction, and altering priorities
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to handle multiple projects and assignments
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking, providing options and recommendations relating to resolving issues, mitigating risks, and resolving escalated items.

Job Specific Responsibilities:

This Senior Project manager should have IT project managing experience and has followed the standard SDLC process. Experience in managing Waterfall and Agile.

Experience in managing ATM/Signature and Pin Debit a plus. Candidate will require managing multiple teams and tasks dependencies between those teams. Projects will include IT, Business and Support teams. Experience dealing with large scaled clients. Experience with offshore teams. Clarity experience a plus.

Candidate Requirements:

Manage projects from original concept through final implementation. Interfaces with all areas affected by the project including end users, distributors, and vendors. Ensures adherence to quality standards and review project deliverables. May communicate with a company executive regarding the status of specific projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience PMBOK, Waterfall, Agile

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