Project Manager

Description:

• Leads others and directs all phases of assigned cross-organizational or business unit projects demonstrating proficiency in all project management areas in accordance with accepted project management standards in the industry (e.g., Project Management Body of Knowledge [PMBOK], ANSI/PMI 99-001-2008).
• Identifies key stakeholder project objectives and requirements. Ensures assigned individuals are executing the identified and assigned tasks and providing appropriate tracking and reporting per plan.
• Negotiates regulatory parameters in support of domestic and international projects with local, state, federal and international governmental agencies.
• Authorizes baseline plans and revisions.
• Provides in-depth analysis of project culminating with lessons learned and historical reports for incorporation into future project plans.
• Provides assessment of team performance to appropriate management.
• Consults with executive leadership and integrates organizational strategy and company initiatives to develop project deliverables.

Preferred:

• Experience project managing software development projects (e.g. defining requirements, monitoring development progress, developing test plans, supporting production deployment, etc.)
• Strong facilitation skills to assist with or lead discussions to help teams identify/clarify a path forward to achieve desired outcomes
• Experience working projects utilizing either an agile or waterfall development methodology
• Familiarity with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) – desired not required
• Experience with projects related to HR systems and/or processes – desired but not required
• Workday, ServiceNow portal and case management, other 3rd party solutions supporting talent acquisition, learning, benefits, etc.