IT Project Manager - Saas

Job#: 3026384

Job Description:

Job Description

-Responsible for assembling project plans and team work assignments, directing and monitoring work efforts on a daily basis, identifying resource needs, performing quality review: and escalating functional, quality timeline issues appropriately.

-Responsible for tracking key project milestones and adjusting project plans and/or resources

-Coordinates communication with all areas of the enterprise that impacts the scope, budget, risk and resources of the work effort being managed.

-Manages one or more cross-functional projects of high complexity.

- Ability to play the primarily role of Sr. PM. But also have the ability to learn the business aspects/domain at a high level to help deliver the project and business solution.

-Responsible for the management of one or more medium to large-sized, moderate to high complex projects.

-Plan vs. Actual cost checks issues/resolutions, schedule management and status reporting.

What will this person be working on

Projects involving CCaaS, SaaS and other open platforms. These projects will follow Waterfall or Agile methodology.

WANTS

Musts

-Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or other related field or equivalent experience.

-Project Management certification or successful completion of a recognized project management curriculum is preferred.

-Disciplined project management, and understanding of how a PM can help/guide a project

-Advanced understanding and ability to manage complex program and project budgets.

-Advanced ability in implementing program and project plans, monitoring progress, resource usage, and quality.

-Advanced knowledge in conducting risk assessments and developing plans for eliminating or mitigating the risks identified Business Experience 10 to 12 years of IT work experience 5 years managing projects

Wants

-Able to converse work with architecture/technical teams

-Strong decision analysis skills-particularly in recommending the right direction/method/tool for an opportunity.

-Experience in managing projects where there are more than 1 or more sub project components reporting to a common project lead/manager

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 uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

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.