Integration/Migration Project Manager with Mainframe

Integration/Migration Project Manager with Mainframe

Location: Newark, NJ 07105

Summary

Seeking an experienced Project Manager for a mainframe migration effort that will move the current applications to new language technologies running on a cloud based platform. The successful PM will work with the Information Technology technical teams, NJT PMO, business stakeholders and the selected vendor performing the core technology conversion.

Ideal candidate is a detailed task-oriented individual with experience in managing application development and integration projects and has a basic understanding of mainframe and cloud technology concepts. (hands on working experience in any of the former mentioned a plus but not required). Candidate will work with various management levels and technology areas within the organization and have a firm grasp of project management and software development approaches.

Base Skills

• Thorough working knowledge of SDLC models/methodologies, IT System and processes, and project management practices
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors to achieve the goals of the project
• Ensure that all phases of the project are delivered on-time, within scope and work remains aligned with the project’s strategies and goals
• Work with vendor and key project lead to ensure project scope and objectives are being met
• Provide guidance to area leads, project team and vendor resources
• Support the development and deployment of project management standards, guidelines and processes. Ensure resource availability and continuous allocation
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
• Report and escalate to management issues as needed
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors project management and technical leads
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
• Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term goals
• Meet budgetary objectives and make adjustments to project constraints where appropriate
• Jointly develop with the team a comprehensive project plan that aligns with the vendors work effort as well as the organizations time and budgetary constraints

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related study and equivalent work experience.

• Seven (7) years of proven working experience in project management.
• Prior experience with integration or migration related projects
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus
• Systems Architectural experience is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Newark, NJ 07103: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Mainframe Migration: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• PMP (Preferred)

Work Location: One location