Senior Business Analyst

Robert Half - Houston, TX

Full-time - Senior

Houston, TX

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Senior Business Analyst will lead business transformation processes within the information technology sector of the Logistic/Trading industry. This role requires collaboration with business units and clients to deliver effective IT solutions, utilizing established project management methodologies and SDLC practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate IT business transformation processes and leverage established SDLC and project management methodology.
• Work closely with assigned business units and clients, understanding their needs, analyzing the options, and providing resourceful business IT solutions.
• Act independently to determine methods and procedures on new or special assignments.
• Exhibit excellent interpersonal and strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment and deliver on deadlines.
• Motivate and coach project team members, including developers, project managers/coordinators, IT staff, and management in SDLC.
• Partner with the business units and internal teams to lead core program initiatives.
• Be responsible for negotiating scope and representing the IT to different business units and stakeholders.
• Lead the identification of project or program purpose, scope, deliverables, benefits, priority, stakeholders, and success criteria.
• Collaborate with other Project Managers, business analysts, subject matter experts, and project sponsors to determine optimal solution options as it relates to project scope.
• Develop strategic communication plans and present status, risks, costs, and goals to stakeholders.
• Coordinate and participate in the vetting of 3rd party vendors throughout the RFP/SOW process.
• Recommend process improvements both in business processes and in the SDLC.
• Ensure staffing and training requirements are met to ensure a seamless turnover to services support team post-implementation.
• Perform job duties with minimal supervision and mentor less experienced team members.

Requirements

• Must hold a valid PMP Certification
• Proven experience in Agile SDLC
• Proficient in SDLC Methodology
• Strong leadership skills to manage and lead project teams
• Excellent communication skills to liaise with stakeholders and team members
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving skills to overcome project obstacles
• Proven track record in successfully completing projects within the utilities/infrastructure industry
• Advanced knowledge in project management tools and software
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent organizational skills for efficient project planning
• Strong decision-making skills to make sound judgments during the project lifecycle
• Proven ability to manage project budgets effectively
• Excellent negotiation skills to handle contracts and agreements
• Willingness to stay updated with the latest trends in project management and the utilities/infrastructure industry.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan