Lead IT Project Manager

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Lead IT Project Manager for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Insurance/Financial services clients in NY, NY.
T/W/Th in office, MF remote

Responsibilities:

• Develop project plans and timelines and coordinate with the workstream leads and business owner. Maintain backlogs, user stories and task boards
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to provide updates, status and manage expectations.
• Manage cross-functional teams, including data analyst, engineers and stakeholders ensuring collaboration and alignment towards project goals.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues and develop contingency plans as needed.
• Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and costs, ensuring proper documentation and approval processes.
• Manage project budgets, including cost estimation, tracking and reporting
• Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and align with business objectives.
• Monitor project progress and performance, adjusting plans as necessary to stay on track.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to stakeholders and senior management.
• Conduct project evaluations to identify successes and areas for improvement.

Required :

• College Degree
• 10+ years experience
• Databricks
• PowerBi
• Azure DevOps
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze issues and develop effective solutions quickly.
• Time Management: Excellent organizational skills to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Leadership: Ability to motivate and guide teams towards achieving project objectives.
• Negotiation Skills: Capable of negotiating with vendors, stakeholders, and team members to achieve project goals.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities to assess project performance and make data-driven decisions.
• Project Management Methodologies: Proficient in IT project management methodologies, both Agile and Waterfall.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of software development processes, data management principles, methodologies and tools, Azure fundamentals

Preferred Skills:

• Business Knowledge: Insurance/Reinsurance knowledge is a plus
• Data NPI Projects or Data migration projects experience
• Proficiency in Jira or ADO is preferred
• PMP or Agile certification
• Databricks
• PowerBi

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

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