DevOps Project Manager I

at  Simulations Plus

The DevOps Project Manager I will support multiple internal product and software development projects ensuring success by developing and tracking budgets, providing outstanding project management, process improvement, and risk management.
Business Unit: Shared Services
Department: Operations
Internal Grade: 8
Direct Reports: No
Status: Exempt
Location: Remote

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years of project management experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP) is a plus
• Excellent client-facing, written, and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking abilities
• Advanced computer skills including a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions and project management software
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strategic decision making skills
• Great at collaborating with a variety of colleagues and clients on important projects
• High energy and passionate personality
• Maintain a positive attitude while interacting with colleagues and clients
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Occasional travel for meetings and trainings

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, science, or related field preferred

• Project Planning and Execution:
• Assist in developing project plans under the guidance of senior project managers
• Participate in regular project meetings to track progress
• Provide support and encouragement to team members
• Help manage project timelines and ensure tasks are completed on time
• Stakeholder Communication:
• Communicate project status and updates to internal team members
• Assist in collaborating with vendors and suppliers as needed
• Software Development Focus:
• Support the alignment of project goals with technical requirements
• Assist in establishing and optimizing the software development life cycle (SDLC) processes
• Work closely with development teams to understand their needs
• Product Management Overlaps:
• Assist in prioritizing project roadmaps alongside product management
• Support bid assessment and contract planning
• Help ensure quality standards align with product expectations
• Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting:
• Communicate project updates and milestones to team leads
• Provide relevant information to managers to keep them informed about project progress
• Tailor communication style to suit different audiences within the team
• Risk Mitigation and Decision-Making:
• Identify potential risks and propose mitigation strategies to senior project managers
• Seek input from senior project managers on critical decisions related to project scope, budget, and resource allocation
• Strategic Alignment:
• Align project tasks with the organization’s strategic vision
• Engage in discussions with team leads to ensure projects contribute to overall business objectives
• Change Management:
• Communicate changes in project direction, scope adjustments, or resource reallocations to the team
• Obtain buy-in from team leads for any significant changes
• Conflict Resolution:
• Address minor conflicts or disagreements within the project team and escalate as needed
• Seek guidance from senior project managers when resolving complex issues
• Metrics and Performance Tracking:
• Assist in defining and tracking key performance metrics related to software development projects
• Regularly assess project progress, identify bottlenecks, and propose improvements
• Harmonization Across Business Units:
• Support the standardization of processes across different business units to enhance efficiency and consistency
• Facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing among teams
• Other duties as assigned