Senior IT Project Manager

at  DataCore System Inc

Data-Core Systems, Inc. is a provider of information technology, consulting and business process services. We offer breakthrough tech solutions and have worked with companies, hospitals, universities and government organizations. A proven partner with a passion for client satisfaction, we combine technology innovation, business process expertise and a global, collaborative workforce that exemplifies the future of work. For more information about Data-Core Systems, Inc., please visit https://datacoresystems.com/.
Data-Core Systems Inc. is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to be a part of our Consulting team. You will participate and effectively contribute to the design, development, and training of both IT and business professionals. You’ll provide managerial support for individual initiatives. You will have the opportunity to work with other SME consultants from our existing team.

Job Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manages and coordinates the activities of internal and/or external staff involved in multiple IT projects. Motivates and mentors members of the team and provides input for annual performance reviews.
• Develops and maintains the project plans utilizing established project management standards, procedures, and methodologies. Coordinates with business owners and other analysts to define and refine the project scope. Develops work breakdown structures based on the project objectives and scope.
• Forms project teams for assigned projects. Conducts project kick-off meetings to communicate individual roles and project expectations.
• Develops communication plans to convey project scope, goals, milestones, budget, risk, status, change requests and other critical issues to the business owner and the project team. Negotiates conflicts and resolves issues that arise with the project team.
• Identifies analyses and prioritizes the elements of risk and their potential impact to a project. Monitors project milestones and other critical dates to identify and resolve potential issues that may disrupt the project schedule. Identifies ways to resolve and mitigate issues as they arise.
• Develops and refines cost estimates and detailed cost baselines for projects to include physical, financial, and human capital costs. Continuously monitors the actual cost of the project versus the budget for the project including reviewing invoices and evaluating factors that may potentially cause changes to the cost. Conducts in-depth analysis of project budget discrepancies.
• Develops and maintains a productive working relationship with business owners, project sponsors, vendors, and key clients. Conducts formal reviews upon project completion to confirm acceptance and satisfaction.
• Conducts lessons learned sessions during and after projects to identify recommendations for improvement.

Qualifications and Nice to haves:

• Ten (10) years of experience in information technology or project managementSix (6) years of experience in information technology or project management
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Business AdministrationEquivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted.
• Possession of a Project Management Institute (PMI) certification is preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer

• Manages and coordinates the activities of internal and/or external staff involved in multiple IT projects. Motivates and mentors members of the team and provides input for annual performance reviews.
• Develops and maintains the project plans utilizing established project management standards, procedures, and methodologies. Coordinates with business owners and other analysts to define and refine the project scope. Develops work breakdown structures based on the project objectives and scope.
• Forms project teams for assigned projects. Conducts project kick-off meetings to communicate individual roles and project expectations.
• Develops communication plans to convey project scope, goals, milestones, budget, risk, status, change requests and other critical issues to the business owner and the project team. Negotiates conflicts and resolves issues that arise with the project team.
• Identifies analyses and prioritizes the elements of risk and their potential impact to a project. Monitors project milestones and other critical dates to identify and resolve potential issues that may disrupt the project schedule. Identifies ways to resolve and mitigate issues as they arise.
• Develops and refines cost estimates and detailed cost baselines for projects to include physical, financial, and human capital costs. Continuously monitors the actual cost of the project versus the budget for the project including reviewing invoices and evaluating factors that may potentially cause changes to the cost. Conducts in-depth analysis of project budget discrepancies.
• Develops and maintains a productive working relationship with business owners, project sponsors, vendors, and key clients. Conducts formal reviews upon project completion to confirm acceptance and satisfaction.
• Conducts lessons learned sessions during and after projects to identify recommendations for improvement