Senior IT Project Manager

Data Core Software Corp - Bristol, PA

Full-time - Senior

Bristol, PA

About the position

The Senior IT Project Manager at Data-Core Systems, Inc. plays a crucial role in managing and coordinating multiple IT projects. This position involves providing managerial support, mentoring team members, and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders. The role requires a blend of technical expertise and project management skills to deliver successful outcomes for clients across various sectors.

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 project plans utilizing established project management standards, procedures, and methodologies.
• Coordinates with business owners and other analysts to define and refine project scope.
• Develops work breakdown structures based on project objectives and scope.
• Forms project teams for assigned projects and conducts project kick-off meetings.
• Develops communication plans to convey project scope, goals, milestones, budget, risk, status, change requests, and other critical issues.
• Negotiates conflicts and resolves issues that arise with the project team.
• Identifies, analyzes, and prioritizes elements of risk and their potential impact on projects.
• Monitors project milestones and other critical dates to identify and resolve potential issues.
• Develops and refines cost estimates and detailed cost baselines for projects.
• Continuously monitors actual project costs versus budget, reviewing invoices and evaluating factors causing changes.
• Develops and maintains productive working relationships 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.

Requirements

• Ten (10) years of experience in information technology or project management.
• Six (6) years of experience in information technology or project management.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Business Administration.
• Possession of a Project Management Institute (PMI) certification is preferred.