Practice: Project Management

Position Title: Senior Project Manager

Position Location: Remote - Canada

Reports to: Manager, Project Management

Job Summary:
The Senior Project Manager manages large/complex client projects from start to finish leveraging the standard PMO project management process. The Senior Project Manager will work closely with the PMO Manager and Practice leads to develop new standards, templates, and processes. In addition, they will assist the PMO Manager as a backup with team meetings and management tasks as necessary as well as assist with RFP responses and/or PMO presales activities.

FLSA Status:
Exempt

SOC Occupational Code:
13-1082

EEO-1 Job Category:
2

Essential Functions:

• Expert on PMO tools and processes and can teach others as needed.
• Can assist with development of RFP responses related to showing PMO/project management expertise and value.
• Strong understanding of multiple technology areas and how they all integrate or fit together.
• Ability to manage multiple projects as part of a larger program, working with interdependencies, multiple technologies, and stakeholders.
• Impacts the PMO team’s strategy in terms of process and project management team capabilities.
• Strong understanding of capabilities within the assigned practice focus area and other practice areas with the ability to pull in other practices large/complex customer project opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities/Competencies

• Ethical and Critical Thinking.
• Ability to adhere to and leverage best practices as defined by the PMO and/or well recognized project management frameworks such as PMBo K.
• Strong understanding of the different project types and methodologies, knowing when to use each.
• Basic Technical knowledge in the areas of Cloud, IT Infrastructure, Analytics, Cybersecurity
• Good understanding of common technical terminology and implementation methods for the aligned technology practice area.
• Mentors other team members with an emphasis on team success.
• Ability to assist the PMO Manager as a backup.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• 10-15 years related experience required.
• Bachelor's degree (preferred)
• PMP (preferred)
• CSM (preferred)
• Pg MP or equivalent (preferred)

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

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