Sr. Project Manager- Cloud Optimization/ Application Migrations

job summary:

Are you a strategic leader who thrives at the intersection of business goals and IT execution? We are looking for a high-caliber Senior Project Manager to join our Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO).

In this role, you won't just manage tasks; you will be the driving force behind critical, business-funded initiatives that rely on sophisticated IT infrastructure. We need a heavy hitter who speaks the language of the cloud and has the disciplined toolkit of a PMP-certified professional to navigate complex migrations and optimizations.

location: San Antonio, Texas

job type: Contract

salary: $65 - 70 per hour

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: Bachelors



responsibilities:

This position is a critical member of a team of highly effective Project Management professionals who are responsible for following established organizational best practices for project value delivery.

Leadership & Strategic Impact

• Possesses strong executive presence along with the ability to manage and meet expectations of Senior and Executive leadership.
• Has significant experience successfully managing projects, people, and departments.
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• Demonstrates leadership and establishes trust within the PMO, project teams, and with business partners.
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• Models the behaviors necessary to define, deploy, and deliver project results at all levels of the organization.
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• Understands, practices, and incorporates organizational change leadership into project management methodologies.
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• Provides thought leadership regarding Project and Portfolio management processes and execution.
• Serves as a member of the Senior Leadership team and facilitates the annual and multi-year planning process.

Execution & Financial Accountability

• Accountable for the leadership, planning, and execution of large and complex projects and programs with success identified as on time, on budget, and defined value delivered.
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• Accountable for the financial management of assigned projects, including but not limited to forecasting, accruals, reporting, and variance analysis.
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• Accountable for supporting the results of a portfolio sequencing process and establishing effective resource demand and capacity management to ensure resources are effectively deployed.
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• Partners with the portfolio management function to ensure there is clear direction and execution of processes required to approve and prioritize portfolio and project demand.
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• Accountable for managing and reporting on projects in all stages across the portfolio.
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Governance & Methodology

• Effectively defines and deploys world-class Project Management practices and tools for project prioritization, planning, and execution.
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• Provides overall Project governance and oversight to ensure compliance with standards and to drive excellent execution.
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• Develops Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), standard Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Project Management Service Catalogs, and reporting mechanisms.
• Demonstrated ability to learn, follow, and propose improvements to the internal Project Management Methodology.
• Demonstrated ability to learn, communicate, follow, and direct others through the Portfolio Stage and Gate process, including the ability to produce qualified business cases and project plans from start to finish.

Collaboration & Mentorship

• Coaches and mentors Project Managers to achieve and improve results; actively seeks ways to apply advanced techniques and technology to processes.
• Establishes partnerships with business leadership, project sponsors, and project participants.
• Provides consulting support and advises leadership on overall planning, prioritization, and delivery by understanding business priorities and advising on options, risks, and costs versus benefits.
• Supports each senior leader to ensure high standards of delivery for their committed projects while holding stakeholders accountable for their commitments in the delivery of the portfolio.

qualifications:

MUST HAVES include: Azure Cloud

Cloud Optimization and Application Migration Knowledge

PMP Certification

As well as the following:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution; or similar level of analytical capability gained through demonstrated success in a related position.

Experience managing highly complex projects and programs across multiple industries.

Significant successful leadership experience, including leading projects, programs, people, and possibly departments.

A demonstrated ability to work effectively with business executives, leaders, with all levels of professionals, and with project managers and teams.

Proven exceptional ability to prepare executive-level material and present at the executive level.

Extensive experience partnering with Executives to define and deliver value to the organization.

Extensive experience driving workshops, focus groups, and work sessions.

Exceptional skills at producing qualified business cases

Strong Financial acumen and experience in developing financial models.

Demonstrated strong business acumen.

Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Organizational leadership and change skills.

Ability to clarify ambiguous information or instructions into actionable steps.

Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in an appropriate discipline.

Professional Certification, such as PMI, BRMI.

Portfolio Management Experience.

Demonstrated organizational design, data analysis, business planning, negotiation, problem-solving, critical thinking skills.

Strategic vendor management.

Experience in Utility industry.

Consulting experience or multidisciplinary experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.