What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr IT Project Manager *Remote position at Connection, Inc.?
Connection Services has a fantastic opportunity for an IT Project Manager for our PMO in our Managed Service Division. Working for a top VAR with 3 weeks paid PTO, and excellent benefits; Opportunity for growth. *REMOTE*
Working under general supervision of the Mgr, LCS Project Management, and the Project Manager (PM2) manages Connection, Inc. sales subsidiary engagements for the Lifecycle Services practice. The Project Manager utilizes independent judgment and discretion while following the prescribed project management methodology to deliver all projects. As needed, the PM2 assists clients and the sales team in planning, scoping, scheduling, and determining project requirements during the presales phase. The PM2 manages day-to-day project activities including ensuring proper and timely billing. The management activities include Pre-Sales, Post-Sales, or a combination of Pre-Sales and Post-Sales. Duties can be performed at customer site or remotely from the Connection office. Travel may be required to kick off a project, run pilots, discuss project milestone reviews, or attend customer meetings. In addition to managing a portfolio of projects, the PM2 contributes to the development of the team by mentoring less experienced project managers.
Responsibilities:
· Develops relevant project schedules to deliver contractual services utilizing judgment and discretion based on the agreed deliverables
· Utilizes internal resources and third-party services providers to fulfill project requirements by determining the best source for the project
·Proactively manages project scope, risks, and issues resolving differences between parties utilizing problem solving skills and escalating issues which require intervention by the primary stakeholders
· Will assist and consult clients and the sales team in planning, scoping, scheduling, and determining project requirements during the presales phase Acts as a point of contact and communication for the project team and the customer
·Knowledge sharing of internal processes & internal/ custom tools
·Manages internal company projects as required
·Effectively manage all phases of project(s)
·Obtains Customer approval
· Works with Project Support Team to ensure projects are billed timely and accurately
· Uploads project documentation
· Project Management Reporting
Qualifications:
· Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint with ability to update spreadsheets and to perform calculations in Excel
·Experience using Microsoft Word templates to create Change Orders and project artifacts and deliverables
·Proficient with project management tools with ability to create project schedules using Microsoft Project
· Includes a minimum of 5 year(s) of work experience in progressively responsible roles in project coordination with at least two years in the IT and/or professional services area
· Project Management Professional (PMP) or obtain within 6 months of hire.
· Experience in IT professional services
· Proficiency in application of PM methodologies
· Bachelor’s Degree
For consideration apply direct to this posting.
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