Project Manager 1

  • Posted 48 days ago | Updated 4 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 50.00 - 54.18 per hour
Contract - W2

Skills

Project Lifecycle Management
Project Budget
Resource Allocation
Project Planning
Risk Management
Accountability
Project Scoping
Budget
Resource Management
Project Delivery
Software Licensing
Logistics
Sales
Management
Status Reports
Documentation
Project Documentation
Invoices
Customer Satisfaction
Mentorship
Leadership
People Skills
Continuous Improvement
Value At Risk
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Communication
Facilitation
Project Management
Legal
Authorization
PMP
Life Insurance
Screening
Writing
Career Counseling
Recruiting
Law
Testing

Job Details

Project Manager 1- Contract- New York, NY -$50.00 - $54.18/hr.

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not available.

Our client is seeking a Project Manager 1 in
New York, NY.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning and implementation of project(s) throughout the project lifecycle, initiation through closure
Oversee the review of project scope, goals, and deliverables both internally and externally
Oversee and develop a project task list (tracker), risk/issue/action, project contacts and a full scale project plan as required within Computacenter United States Inc.'s approved applications and systems
Assemble and coordinate project resources both internally, externally, and with 3rd parties
Manage project budget, resource allocation, project plan, project trackers and project timelines as required
Track and advise on project deliverables and tasks using appropriate applications, systems, and/or tools
Own and resolve and/or escalate any issues that arise during the project and drive risk mitigation
Drive team accountability for project results of staying on budget, on schedule, and maintain client satisfaction
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to project scope, tasks, deliverables, goals, resources, schedules and budgets
Communicate expectations to stakeholders and team, gaining acceptance and accomplishing customer business objectives
Identify resources required to fulfill project delivery, collaborating with other Project Managers, the Resource Management Group and other groups as required to determine which project resources are available in order to schedule project workload and make assignments
Work with the Resource Management Group to explore ways to drive efficiencies on third party project delivery
Oversee all products and corresponding issues (software licensing, shipment logistics, DOA's, late or changed shipment dates) are coordinated with customer and Computacenter Sales and Engineering teams
Provide status reporting throughout the projects to internal and external stakeholders on progress against project schedule, and any issues and their accompanying mitigations
Quickly escalate to next level of management and/or senior management any project related issues/risks that will impact the project negatively
Ensure all project team timecards, expense reports, status reports, issue documentation, project tracker(s), project plans(s) and project documentation are entered and/or updated into the Computacenter applications and systems in a timely fashion, verifying accuracy and completeness
Obtain client sign-off on the Project Completion Form
Perform invoicing and project closure functions including sending and following up on Customer Satisfaction Surveys
Mentor those around you in aspects of leadership, methodology, tools, people skills, and navigating difficult customer environments
Conduct mid project health checks as well as after action meetings for continual improvement
Have the ability to turn around any sized project that may not be performing up to high quality expectations
possible.

Required Skills

3+ years' experience in Project Management within the IT industry
Strong VAR (value added reseller) experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project
Excellent customer interfacing skills
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Proven experience in effective meeting facilitation
Proficient in project management software
Legal authorization to work in the United States
Preferred Skills:
Bachelor's degree preferred
PMP certification is a plus

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text .

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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