Sr Project Manager, IT

Gartner; Stamford (CT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20+ paid time off days

Extensive medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with corporate match

Job summary

Gartner is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a multi-disciplinary team in an Agile/Scrum environment, focusing on improvements to systems and business processes. The role involves ensuring Agile processes are effectively implemented and communicating with cross-functional teams.

Candidates should have at least 4+ years of Agile experience and a degree in Computer Science. The company offers a hybrid work environment, competitive pay, and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience working in an Agile Scrum environment.
• Strong experience with the full software development lifecycle.
• Ability to influence initiatives across multiple management levels.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Agile/Scrum process is implemented effectively.
• Run projects using Agile Scrum methodologies.
• Report project progress to management and stakeholders.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

4-year degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Jira

Job description

Hiring near our Irving, TX Center of Excellence with a flexible environment.

About the Role

Gartner is looking for a Sr Project Manager who will direct a multi-disciplinary team in an Agile/Scrum environment to develop and implement significant improvements to Gartner systems and business processes in support of the company's/division's profit, growth, and customer satisfaction goals. Experience managing complex web applications from a functional program management standpoint is required.

What you’ll do

• Ensure Agile/Scrum process is implemented effectively and provide coaching at the team level to maximize its benefits.
• Exhibit desire to continuously learn new tools, techniques, and methodologies.
• Run projects using Agile Scrum methodologies.
• Effectively communicate with cross-functional teams.
• Interact seamlessly with both business and project teams.
• Facilitate discussions that lead to the resolution of project issues and development impediments.
• Report project progress to management and executive-level stakeholders.
• Communicate the release plan with key stakeholders and end users.
• Proactively help the product owner manage the backlog.
• Show a track record of continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with IT associates and business partners to resolve operational issues.
• Develop processes to manage operational issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Identify systemic operational issues, resolve them, and present root cause and process improvements.

What you’ll need

• 4-year degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years of experience working in an Agile Scrum environment.
• Strong experience with the full software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies.
• Ability to influence the scope and direction of initiatives across multiple management levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a matrixed organization.
• Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to learn beyond formal training.
• Experience working with a distributed team.
• Strong knowledge of product development; SFDC knowledge a plus.
• Ability to establish credibility quickly with Business Units and IT partners.
• Drive projects to successful completion within budget and on time.
• Facilitate coordination of team activities based on systems scope and project objectives.
• Understand strategic business direction to ensure new features align with business needs.
• Ability to manage expectations of clients, team members, management, and external groups.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of Jira or similar project tracking software.

What you’ll get

• Competitive compensation package.
• Ongoing mentorship and professional development opportunities.
• 20+ paid time off days plus holidays and floating holidays in your first year.
• Extensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Hybrid environment with remote work flexibility.
• Parental leave.
• Charity match program.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Health and wellness allowance programs.
• 401(k) with corporate match and immediate vesting.
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces diversity.
• Unlimited growth opportunities.

The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.