Project Manager III

Job#: 3012034

Job Description:

Sr Project Manager

Onsite in Newport Beach, CA 4 days/week *must be local to Newport Beach*

2+ year contract with potential to convert

MUST HAVES:

Create and maintain an Epic and Features roadmap, aligning with business goals and objectives.

Experience comprehending, explaining and executing various areas of Human Resources, e.g., talent acquisition, HR Operations, Compensation, etc.

Highly skilled in MS productivity tools (SharePoint, MS Teams, PowerPoint, Excel), and other presentation and other collaboration tools such as Smartsheet, and Planview

Job Description:

As a contract Sr Project Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting HR related projects related to data, people, processes and technologies.

How you will make an impact:

• This role will drive complex and cross-functional enterprise projects across the enterprise
• Work closely with diverse project teams (matrixed org), maintaining project schedules and all supporting documents to ensure program/project is delivered within scope, schedule, cost, and specifications and to the satisfaction of stakeholders and sponsors.
• Lead and influence project sponsors, stakeholders and the core project team members in the successful completion / implementation of goals.
• Establish, analyze, and maintain scope, project plans, resources, report progress as required, generate risk assessments, escalate issues, facilitate project review presentations and meetings related to the projects/programs involving multiple stakeholders
• Create and maintain an Epic and Features roadmap, aligning with business goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and prioritize Epics and Features based on business value and impact.
• Track progress and ensure that the roadmap is updated regularly to reflect changes in priorities and scope.
• Serves as a liaison between Corporate and other Divisional teams; Develop, foster, and manage relationships with project/program sponsor(s) to influence effective decision making across the enterprise
• Support change management at the organizational level

The experience you will bring:

• 7-10 years progressive experience in project/program management skills, techniques and methodology (Waterfall & Agile)
• Demonstrated experience in Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and practices, and ability to coach teams on Agile adoption and continuous improvement.
• Experience in breaking down Epics into smaller, manageable Features and user stories.
• Strong analytical skills to assess the impact of new features and changes on the overall project timeline and deliverables
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, exhibit poise and exercise diplomacy in communication, ability to influence others toward consensus, conflict management and decision-making, and to direct work for project office colleague(s)
• Must be a self-starter, have demonstrated experience in a lead role, be well organized, able to coordinate multiple work streams, effectively managing their time and be a strong leader who can adapt rapidly to new developments and changing priorities
• Experience comprehending, explaining and executing various areas of Human Resources, e.g., talent acquisition, HR Operations, Compensation, etc.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams - including IT and third-party vendors
• Proficiency in using Agile project management tools like Jira, Trello, or Azure DevOps.
• Highly skilled in MS productivity tools (SharePoint, MS Teams, PowerPoint, Excel), and other presentation and other collaboration tools such as Smartsheet, and Planview
• Strong in critical thinking, data analysis and reporting, risk and controls, and process improvement
• Background in strategic management and/or management consulting advantageous
• A Bachelor's Degree in a related field

What will make you stand out:

• MBA, PMP and/or Agile certifications, or other relevant study
• Global Human Capital Management (HCM) experience
• Experience implementing Workday

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.