Project Manager III

  • Menlo Pk, CA
  • Posted 17 hours ago | Updated 17 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Contract - W2
Contract - 5 D

Skills

Quality Control
Leadership
SAP BASIS
Business Requirements Gathering
Presentations
Management
Project Scoping
Accountability
Information Technology
Project Management
Analytical Skill
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Spectrum
Motivation
Communication
Customer Service
Health Insurance
Insurance
Team Building
Collaboration
Wiki
Knowledge Base
Status Reports
Account Management
IT Consulting
Managed Services
Recruiting
Artificial Intelligence
Cyber Security
Enterprise Architecture
Training
FOCUS

Job Details

Are you ready to take your career to the next level and help lead a cutting-edge company into a bright future? We are actively seeking a talented and experienced Project Manager. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines. This includes coordinating the efforts of team members to deliver projects according to plan and overseeing quality control throughout its life cycle. This role will specifically support the Compensation Cycle and associated Transfer Freeze.
Responsibilities:
  • Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with leadership and stakeholders.
  • Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.
  • Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
  • Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
  • Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.
  • Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.
  • Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.
  • Identify and manage project dependencies and the critical path.
  • Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.
  • Track project milestones and deliverables.
  • Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
  • Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.
  • Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.
  • Motivate project team members and contractors to take positive action and hold themselves accountable for their assigned work.
  • Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.
Qualifications:
  • Proven experience (4+ years) in project management, preferably in the information technology sector.
  • Strong familiarity with project management software.
  • Experience working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.
  • Can conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Reacts to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently.
  • Flexible during times of change.
  • Ability to read the communication styles of team members and contractors who come from a broad spectrum of disciplines.
  • Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating.
  • Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including cross-functional partners.
  • Ability to defuse tension among project teams, should it arise.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies.
  • Customer service skills are an asset.
  • The ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial.
Benefits:
  • 401(k).
  • Dental Insurance.
  • Health insurance.
  • Vision insurance.
  • We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity, equality, inclusion, and respect for people.
  • The salary will be determined based on several factors, including, but not limited to, location, relevant education, qualifications, experience, technical skills, and business needs.

Additional Responsibilities:
  • Participate in OP monthly team meetings and participate in team-building efforts.
  • Contribute to OP technical discussions, peer reviews, etc.
  • Contribute content and collaborate via the OP-Wiki/Knowledge Base.
  • Provide status reports to OP Account Management as requested.

About us:
OP is a technology consulting and solutions company, offering advisory and managed services, innovative platforms, and staffing solutions across a wide range of fields - including AI, cybersecurity, enterprise architecture, and beyond. Our most valuable asset is our people: dynamic, creative thinkers who are passionate about doing quality work. As a member of the OP team, you will have access to industry-leading consulting practices, strategies & and technologies, innovative training & education. An ideal OP team member is a technology leader with a proven track record of technical excellence and a strong focus on process and methodology.
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