Certified Project Manager - Remote

Title:                  Certified Project Manager - Remote

Mandatory skills:

Project Manager,
project management,
Project Artifacts, Project plan, Project charter, Project status reports,
MS Project,
streamline internal processes, project development, project execution,
assembling project plans, quality review, tracking key project milestones,
resource management, change management,
human resource management, hiring, performance management

Description:

The client has identified a need for two Certified Project Managers who will be responsible for managing and coordinating the development, management, and implementation of high-profile projects that support the client services provided to children and families.

These positions require an individual with excellent organizational and communication skills, as well as, have an ability to work with minimal direction and oversight.
Individuals in this role must carry project management certification and have a strong background in project management, including experience in running business area projects.
The ability to think critically and problem solve are essential.

Project Details (project overview, who the contractor will work with, soft skills needed, etc.):
Will provide project management support for the Preschool Development Grant: overseeing and tracking status of budget, grant deliverables, and working with internal and external stakeholders.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Project management functions across all assigned projects, including oversight of workplans, timelines, and evaluation efforts.
External & internal stakeholder engagement – communicate project status to Client Management Teams, workgroups, providers, and advocacy organizations.
Develop automated tools to streamline internal processes and make project development and execution efforts more efficient.

Responsible for overall coordination, status reporting, and stability of project-oriented work efforts. Establishes and implements project management processes and methodologies for the IT community to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, adhere to high quality standards, and meet customer expectations. Responsible for assembling project plans and teamwork assignments, directing and monitoring work efforts on a daily basis, identifying resource needs, performing quality review; and escalating functional, quality, and timeline issues appropriately. Responsible for tracking key project milestones and adjusting project plans and/or resources to meet the needs of customers. Coordinates communication with all areas of the enterprise that impacts the scope, budget, risk, and resources of the work effort being managed. Assists program manager(s) in partnering with senior management of the business community to identify and prioritize opportunities for utilizing IT to achieve the goals of the enterprise. Must possess extensive knowledge and expertise in the use of project management methodologies and tools, resource management practices, and change management techniques. This is a management role with human resource management responsibilities (e.g., hiring, performance management). Manages one or more cross-functional projects of medium to high complexity. A more senior role, with responsibility for multiple large, complex projects with greater impact to the enterprise.

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or other related field, or equivalent work experience.
Project management certification or successful completion of a recognized project management curriculum is required.
Typically has 10 to 15 years of IT work experience, including 4 or more years managing projects. Experience with projects in multiple technologies and functions.

Qualification - Minimum Experience
Project Management - 10
Development of Project Artifacts (plan, charter, status reports, etc.) - 10
Prepare Written Reports - 7
Strong Communication Skills - 7
Prepare Executive Briefings - 5
MS Project or equivalent - 5

Top Skills:
Project Management (10+ years)
Written and Verbal Communication
Critical Thinking
Certified PMP certificate or recognized project manager curriculum is REQUIRED.

Notes:
This position is currently remote.

VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at for any complaints, comments and suggestions.

Contact Details :

Account co-ordinator: Binodh M.T, Phone : , Email:

VIVA USA INC.
3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
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