Project Manager

Job#: 3019121

Job Description:

Apex Systems is seeking a dedicated IT Project Manager/Scrum Master who can perform project management and business analysis. This position will manage IT projects from initiation to closure.

Under general direction, this position would be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating project management activities of designated project(s) ensuring that the goals and objectives of the project(s) are accomplished within the prescribed timeframe and requirements. Must have excellent relationship building, leadership and client management skills. Must have a deep understanding of project management tools and approaches to managing complex projects.

Project management responsibilities include the coordination and completion of projects on time within budget and within scope. Oversee all aspects of projects. Set deadlines, assign responsibilities and monitor and summarize progress of project. Prepare reports for project portfolio and upper management regarding status of project.

The successful candidate will work directly with clients to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget. Perform a variety of tasks. Lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude are expected. Will report to the Lead IT Project Manager.

Requirements:

• Qualified applicants will have a Bachelor's degree or Technical degree in Computer Science/Software Development/Project Management (or equivalent combination of education and minimum 5+ year's Project Management experience).
• Must have minimum 2+ years of experience in managing projects/software development utilizing Agile SDLC.
• Minimum 5 years project management experience

• Must possess experience with the following project management activities:
• Strong soft skills with a distinctive ability to empower, motivate and influence others without authority or a direct reporting relationship.
• Develop requirement specifications, business cases, functional specifications, process models and state transition models.
• Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Perform gap analysis to compare solutions against stakeholder requirement. Conduct vendor product evaluations.
• Ensuring that proposed solutions are properly understood and appropriately exploited.
• Proven working experience in project management.
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Proven experience in project management.
• Ability to lead project teams of various sizes and see them through to completion
• Strong understanding of formal project management methodologies such as Project Management Institute (PMI)
• Experience as an IT project manager or ERP project manager
• Leading process to complete project charter and obtain necessary approvals
• Creating and publishing project documents to include project scope, project schedule, business requirements, risk assessment and response, and time estimates
• Determining resources required to accomplish project objectives.
• Conducting or participating in stakeholder meetings
• Creating and executing plans for communication, change control, quality and risk control, and specific coordination of activities.
• Oversee execution of project tasks, monitoring performance and solving project slippage and/or constraints in timely manner
• Managing stakeholder expectations, project risks and solving problems
• Controlling project scope and changes, schedule, and status reporting
• Facilitate closeout activities like lessons learned and customer feedback
• Extremely detail oriented
• Perform analysis and document process flows.
• Understand and perform QA/QC functions as well as potentially lead others in QA/QC activities.
• Capture business requirements and assist with design and development.
• Experience with Azure DevOps to create product backlogs, user stories & tasks
• Must be able to perform Process Flow Analysis of existing systems/applications.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Candidate must be able to work onsite and remotely when required
• Regular and reliable attendance is required
• Experience supporting Department of Transportation / Highway Safety / Traffic Safety / Financial systems.

Preferences:

• Experience with all aspects of project management.
• Experience with Agile development utilizing SCRUM.
• Experience working with Developers and end users is a plus.
• Project Management certification desired, but not required.
• Perform or assist with testing as needed.
• Experience with Web Services and Windows Services.
• Experience using Microsoft SQL Server
• Experience with CICS.
• Experience handling multiple projects.
• Agile development methodology.
• Web applications built in MVC pattern with MSF C#.NET, HTML, JavaScript, CSS and XML
• Legacy systems built using COBOL, CICS and DB2 Z/OS.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

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.