Overview
On Site
USD 80.00 per hour
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Skills
Government Contracts
Jersey
Budget
Project Lifecycle Management
MASS
Reporting
Project Implementation
Forecasting
Status Reports
Test Management
Release Management
Information Technology
IT Project Management
PMO
Management
Decision-making
Organizational Skills
Communication
Presentations
Analytical Skill
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Leadership
Collaboration
Teamwork
Data Security
PMP
Primavera
Job Details
Program Manager
Newark, NJ - hybrid (2 days onsite, 3 days remote)
$80/hr W2
NO C2C
ship required per government contract
Are you interested in improving and shaping the delivery of IT projects? Our client is seeking an experienced Program Manager who is interested in supporting large information technology projects for our Utility Technologies Solutions team. In this role, you will be driving the execution and successful delivery of an IT program for our various electric utility clients.
Location: This position is in New Jersey. The qualified candidate is required to be in a commutable distance and able to go in to client offices as needed. This is typically one to two days a week. This allows us to best serve our localized utility clients as needed.
Responsibilities include:
Lead and manage an IT program by providing oversight of projects within the program. This includes managing the program budget and ensuring the program meets the schedule and scope targets.
Responsible driving the stakeholders through the project lifecycle by managing expectations and timelines to meet project goals.
Monitoring risks, issues, dependencies such that they minimize impact across the portfolio
Ensuring the IT projects are aligned with business initiatives of communications and meter mass deployment through steady state deployment.
Ensuring coordination of schedule and objectives across business and IT project initiatives and on-going operations.
Responsible for communication including executive reporting and status updates to IT and business senior management.
Provides an escalation point for project issues and problem resolution
Monitoring, approving, and ensuring delivery of project deliverables throughout the lifecycle including, but not limited to:
o Project Execution Plan
o Project Schedule
o Monthly Cost Forecast Review
o Project Status Reports
o Test Management Plan
o Deployment Management Plan
o Operational Readiness
o Risk/Issue/Action/Decisions/Dependency Log
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Information Technology, or similar degree with 12+ years of relevant work experience. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience with IT project management methodologies and working with a Project Management Office through a stage gate process
Experience in managing program team members and outsourced vendors as part of program execution
Excellent decision-making and organizational skills are required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with effective presentation skills
Proven analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities
Strong leadership and teamwork skills with the ability to develop working relationships with the program team, other IT teams and the business areas.
Work independently and follows through on assignments with minimal direction while keeping the team informed
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to data protection and other guidelines where appropriate
Preferred Qualifications
Domain knowledge in the utility industry is preferable
PMP preferred
Experience with MS Project, Primavera P6, Smartsheet, or related platforms
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joul, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
#M2
#DI-VH1
#LI-VH1
Ref: #850-Rockville (ALTA IT)
Newark, NJ - hybrid (2 days onsite, 3 days remote)
$80/hr W2
NO C2C
ship required per government contract
Are you interested in improving and shaping the delivery of IT projects? Our client is seeking an experienced Program Manager who is interested in supporting large information technology projects for our Utility Technologies Solutions team. In this role, you will be driving the execution and successful delivery of an IT program for our various electric utility clients.
Location: This position is in New Jersey. The qualified candidate is required to be in a commutable distance and able to go in to client offices as needed. This is typically one to two days a week. This allows us to best serve our localized utility clients as needed.
Responsibilities include:
Lead and manage an IT program by providing oversight of projects within the program. This includes managing the program budget and ensuring the program meets the schedule and scope targets.
Responsible driving the stakeholders through the project lifecycle by managing expectations and timelines to meet project goals.
Monitoring risks, issues, dependencies such that they minimize impact across the portfolio
Ensuring the IT projects are aligned with business initiatives of communications and meter mass deployment through steady state deployment.
Ensuring coordination of schedule and objectives across business and IT project initiatives and on-going operations.
Responsible for communication including executive reporting and status updates to IT and business senior management.
Provides an escalation point for project issues and problem resolution
Monitoring, approving, and ensuring delivery of project deliverables throughout the lifecycle including, but not limited to:
o Project Execution Plan
o Project Schedule
o Monthly Cost Forecast Review
o Project Status Reports
o Test Management Plan
o Deployment Management Plan
o Operational Readiness
o Risk/Issue/Action/Decisions/Dependency Log
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Information Technology, or similar degree with 12+ years of relevant work experience. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience with IT project management methodologies and working with a Project Management Office through a stage gate process
Experience in managing program team members and outsourced vendors as part of program execution
Excellent decision-making and organizational skills are required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with effective presentation skills
Proven analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities
Strong leadership and teamwork skills with the ability to develop working relationships with the program team, other IT teams and the business areas.
Work independently and follows through on assignments with minimal direction while keeping the team informed
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to data protection and other guidelines where appropriate
Preferred Qualifications
Domain knowledge in the utility industry is preferable
PMP preferred
Experience with MS Project, Primavera P6, Smartsheet, or related platforms
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joul, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
#M2
#DI-VH1
#LI-VH1
Ref: #850-Rockville (ALTA IT)
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