Project Manager

Project Manager

Visa: Open

Loc: 1 day a week onsite in NY

Client: NYU Langone Hospital

Duration: Multi-year contract

Note: Strong communication, knows SDLC well and a healthcare background is a plus

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget, and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including scope, goals, deliverables, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, QA, and stakeholders, to define project requirements and deliverables.
• Implement and manage Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) and Waterfall processes, tailoring approaches to project specifics.
• Facilitate project meetings, including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, and stakeholder reviews.
• Monitor project progress and performance, proactively identifying and addressing risks and issues.
• Ensure effective communication among team members and stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status.
• Mentor and support junior project managers and team members in project management best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the project management team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field
• 8 years of project management experience, with a proven track record of managing software development projects.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC processes and methodologies, including Waterfall and Agile frameworks.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proficient in project management tools (e.g., JIRA, MS Project) and collaboration software.