Project Manager (Cloud Migration)

Overview

Remote
On Site
$60 - $70 hourly
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - Temp

Skills

Performance management
Project management
Preventive maintenance
Information Technology
Documentation
Estimating
Business requirements
Presentations
Project scoping
JIRA
Agile
Kanban
Sprint
Reporting
Cloud computing
Migration
Analytical skill
Problem solving
React.js
Spectrum
Collaboration
Management
Communication
Research

Job Details

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Project Manager (Cloud Migration) for a 100% remote (EST or CST time zone preferred) role. This is a 1+ year contract.

Details:
* There are about 45 applications that will go into the cloud (they are still in discovery phase) - these are all internal custom applications
* They will be running 10 app migrations to the cloud at any given time
* Project is slated to run through 2025
* Run multiple projects at the same time
* PM will work independently

Will need to document:
* Project artifacts
* Communication plan
* Complete an operational readiness plan

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Responsible for the initiation, coordination, and completion of multiple, parallel projects within the Information Technology department
* Builds and maintains strong relationships with team members, vendors, and other departments involved in the projects
* Defines project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
* Develops and presents full-scale project plans and associated communications documents
* Estimates resources and participants needed to achieve project goals
* Assigns responsibilities, monitors and summarizes progress of project
* Identifies and manages project dependencies and critical path
* Develops and delivers progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations
* Proactively manages changes in project scope, identifies potential crises, devises, and leads execution of contingency plans

REQUIREMENTS:
* Would love someone with 10+ years of experience
* Able to build relationships and engage with those groups as this migration will bring about a lot of change and they need to monitor any risk associated with this
* Must have Cloud Migration Project experience
* JIRA will be used to manage these projects
* Someone who has agile experience on the infrastructure side. KANBAN Boards and sprint reporting
* Experience working on Enterprise Cloud migration, and projects
* Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities
* Ability to react to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently
* Flexible during times of change
* Ability to read communication styles of team members and contractors who come from a broad spectrum of disciplines
* Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other departments
* Strong interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to defuse tension among project team, should it arise
* Exceptional written and oral communication skills
* Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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