Project Manager

Project Manager

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Project Manager opportunity in Redmond, WA.

Position Title: Project Manager

Location: Remote

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 2 Months

Job Type: Full time Contract

Pay Range: $58 to $60

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Requirements:

Job Description:

Title: Project Manager
Location: Redmond, WA
Duration: 2 Months (Potential chances for extension)

Summary:

The main function of an IT Project Manager is to oversee the application of project management methodology during all phases of the project cycle, with responsibilities including project design, scope management, cost control, quality and performance reporting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develops, tracks and manages project budget, project plans, timelines and scope


• Manage project resources including procuring project staff, developing, motivating, coaching and advising


• Partner closely with other members of functional project teams to define business requirements


• Lead teams of developers in the delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet business needs


• Define test plans and ensure that products are defect free before User Acceptance Testing


• Facilitate the User Acceptance Testing process, developing rollout plans and procedures


• Prepare and present cost-benefit analyses


• Ensure appropriate systems development and project management processes are being utilized


• Make presentations to steering committees or project sponsors

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required. MBA or other related advanced degree preferred.


• PMP or PMI certification


• 2-4 years' experience


• Proven project management experience


• People management and team building skills


• Demonstrated ability to be flexible/ adaptable in exercising judgment in a changing environment and to manage competing priorities


• Proven ability to learn business processes quickly and to work well with business partners at different levels within the organization


• Strong ability to assess risk and apply management principles to technology applications/products and business functions


• Experience delivering technology and business application solutions in a large-scale, multi-platform systems environment

Candidate Requirements:

• Years of Experience Required: 2-4 overall years of experience in the field.


• Degrees or certifications required: No degree is required to be eligible for this role, however a bachelors is a strong nice to have.


• Disqualifiers: Candidates without required skills will not be eligible for the role.


• Best vs. Average: The ideal resume would contain familiarity with calendar management and understanding of ROB. Someone with big picture and strategic thinking will be the ideal fit.


• Performance Indicators: Performance will be assessed based on meeting deadlines, and quality of work

Top 3 Hard Skills Required + Years of Experience:

• Minimum 2-4 years' experience with proficient in Excel (pivot tables and creating reports)


• Minimum 2-4 years' experience with Calendar management - proficient in Outlook


• Minimum 2-4 years' experience with Event support

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Keywords:

PM Methodologies, Azure Devops, planning and scheduling

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 221321 when responding to this ad.