Project Manager

Project Manager III

Job Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of a Project Manager for a contract position in Maple Grove, MN. The opportunity will be ten months with a strong chance for a long-term extension.

Position Summary: Responsible for implementing and supporting project management processes. The candidate will establish and maintain project performance metrics and measures, promoting adoption and continuous improvement of standard project management practices. Supports project planning sessions, works with project teams to set up and initiate new projects, and ensures post-project reviews are completed in a timely manner. Involved in portfolio and project status reporting. Implements and supports the use of project management and team collaboration technologies.

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Analyze aspects of our current systems and procedures, identifying opportunities for enhancement.
• Manage one or two process improvement or integration projects.
• Take responsibility for project deliverables, project plans, status reports, and the gathering and documentation of requirements.
• Collaborate with multiple internal departments on a wide scope of project management and analysis efforts.
• Support project planning sessions and post-project reviews, providing project managers and team with practical guidance for creating the highest levels of project performance.
• Consolidate and refine project status into program-level and senior management reports.
• Drive process and requirement definition to facilitate the selection and use of appropriate project management technologies.
• Support project teams in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and other select technologies.
• Build quality into all aspects of their work by maintaining compliance with all quality requirements.
• 50% Core Systems
• 50% Mergers & Acquisition (M&A) work

Qualifications:

• Regulated industry experience (medical device preferred).
• 6 - 8 Years with BA, 4 - 5 Years with MBA.