Senior Project / Portfolio Manager

KForce; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce seeks a Senior Project / Portfolio Manager to oversee project life cycles and guide teams in Agile methodologies. The role involves managing schedules, facilitating communications, and improving business processes. Ideal candidates hold a degree in IT-related fields and have significant experience in project management.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off for salaried personnel

Qualifications

• 8+ years managing large-scale projects, 4 years in Agile/SAFe environment.
• Proficient with Agile Lifecycle Management tools.
• Exceptional relationship management skills at senior level.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scheduling, RAID management, and status reporting.
• Conduct internal/external project reviews and support Agile ceremonies.
• Build relationships across functions and communicate effectively.

Skills

Project Scheduling

RAID Management

Change Management

Status Reporting

Agile Methodology

Coaching

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

Education

Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business or related IT discipline

Tools

Microsoft Azure DevOps

Jira

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Kforce has a client in Philadelphia, PA that is seeking a Senior Project / Portfolio Manager.Responsibilities :

• Provide support to project team by managing project scheduling, RAID management, change management, and status reporting
• Project duties include requirements gathering, guiding internal customers through the project life cycle, and supporting go-live and post-implementation support
• The Senior Project / Portfolio Manager will create and maintain project documents in various capacities and regularly conduct internal and external project reviews to work to improve processes
• Manage / coordinate agile ceremonies with the Product Owners and concerned business partners and coach individuals in Agile processes and tools
• Help teams to clarify goals and activities to be on-track, ensure the correct use of agile process and monitor / eliminate team conflicts
• Understands a given business case, analyzes the results of any feasibility studies, and assists management with the core definition of a given project
• Works with Quality Assurance to assure results of deliverables meet accuracy standards and facilitates User Acceptance Testing
• The Senior Project / Portfolio Manager will build relationships of trust across functions and organizations; Communicate goals, timelines, and deliverables effectively across team
• Recommend improvements to established business processes while continuing to deliver high value in execution and tracking impact

Skills

• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business or a related IT discipline
• 8+ years of relevant experience managing and delivering large scale projects with at least 4 years in an Agile and SAFe environment
• Must be proficient with Agile Lifecycle Management tools (e.g., Microsoft Azure DevOps and Jira) as well as with presentation tools (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), etc.
• Excellent knowledge of Agile and Scrum with experience in coaching, mentoring and coaching junior Agile practitioners
• Experience participating in and facilitating discussions to discover solutions, capturing and transforming business and technology requirements
• Exceptional problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with demonstrated experience exercising mature judgment in delicate situations
• Demonstrated relationship management skills at the senior level with the capacity to quickly build and maintain credible relationships at varying levels of the organization

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical / dental / vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note : Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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Kforce is a professional staffing services firm offering Technology and Finance & Accounting jobs with top employers nationwide. We specialize in providing contract, contract-to-hire and direct placement opportunities, with over 50 years of experience in the staffing industry. Kforce offers many consultants comprehensive benefits depending on employment status, including medical, dental, 401(K), life insurance and disability. Our vision is to be "the firm most respected by those we serve."

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