Project Manager - Las Vegas, United States - Konami Gaming, Inc.

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Job Details

Job Location
Las Vegas - LAS VEGAS, NV

Position Type
Full Time

Description

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our Konami team

This position is responsible forresearchand coordinates projects among Engineering and Game Development group, as well as establishing and maintaining external relations and communication with other firms, vendors, Australian development group and correlating Japanese Research & Development staff.

This includes managing several key product development projects through communication with local R&D resources, game designers, graphic artists, software, hardware, and mechanical engineers, sales and compliance departments.

What will you be doing?

• Ensures project completion and implementation of variables necessary for successful projects as outlined by R&D.
• Investigates facts and prepares data or documents to address technical, regulatory, or compliance issues and patent issues, and/or ascertains information in order to resolve project restrictions or timelines by performing the following duties.
• Reports to senior manager any discrepancies, changes or recommendations, and/or problems requiring resolution.
• Leads or assists in development project(s) and sustains external relations with others and a reporting status. Coordinates the creation and release of all PRGs (product requirement guidelines).
• Works with Webmaster to release information on intranet and assists with Marketing collateral materials.
• Applies technical expertise and project management experience to manage and deliver successful implementation of technical projects.
• Aligns and coordinates timelines and information in order for goals to be met.
• Prepares reports and recommendations after collaboration and verification with various departments on technical or regulatory licensing issues.
• Manages key product development projects through the communication with all R&D resources: game designers, graphic artists, software engineers, hardware engineers, and mechanical engineers), sales staff and compliance department.
• Oversees and/or coordinates with engineering change processes.
• Facilitate discussion and conflict resolution, escalating issues to their manager when necessary

Konami's Perks and Benefits

• Competitive Wages.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match up to 15% of your salary contributed.
• Comprehensive employee health and welfare benefits package - Health, Dental, Vision, Voluntary plans, and more
• 12 Company paid Holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover.
• Tuition reimbursement program.

About Konami Gaming, Inc.:

For Players. For Operators. For Each Other.

Konami Gaming, Inc. entered the US gaming market in the 2000s and we've spent the last two decades moving the industry forward with breakthrough games, head turning cabinets, and a casino management system that brings it all together. Over that time, we've garnered our share of awards and established a corporate culture of success and innovation.

A world leader in systems and game development, Konami can offer you the best of both worlds - stability within a dynamic, creative environment. We are excited to announce that Konami Gaming Inc. is growing and expanding into new product lines, including premium and standard games, and new market segments. As we enter a new growth period for the Company, we are expanding our reach to attract top talent in game studio operations, technology and product development.

Qualifications

What skills and expertise do you bring to the job?

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent relevant experience in managing software projects.Certified Scrum Master and/or Project Management Professional Certification preferred.
• 5-7+ years of project management work experience (in game development preferred). Experience with games (video games, casino games, etc) required however exceptions made for demonstrable equivalencies.
• Intermediate and above level understanding and usage of Microsoft Office products. Must be able to communicate professionally and efficiently (verbal and written) with all levels of the business. Must be able to obtain and retain gaming licensure.
• Models behaviors consistent with Konami Core Values demonstrating Integrity, Innovation, Customer Service, and Teamwork.
• Demonstrate expertise in functional job area. Engage in continual learning and personal development. Share knowledge and feedback to contribute to the learning of others.
• Consistently produce work that is accurate, high quality and complete. Hold self and others accountable for work and work standards. Complete work on time and within budget. Manage time effectively to achieve output and work product consistent with company and department objectives.
• Proactively address problems and involve others as needed to prevent escalation. Make sound and timely decisions based on knowledge, expertise, and accurate sources of available information.
• Approach and implement change positively. Modify behaviors as needed to implement change and adopt innovation. Identify opportunities and generate ideas for change, innovation, or improvement.
• Manages monthly and annual expenses to budget expectations. Actively managed P&L. Possesses a clear working knowledge of budget and finance processes.
• Displays personal leadership and accountability. Inspires others with clear vision and direction. Communicates shared goals.
• Activity follows performance management cycle and processes with team members. Actively coaches and engages employees. Has a formal, written development plan in place for each direct report.
• Generate Gantt charts for key corporate projects, organize tasks to accurately prioritize importance and report the health of projects.
• Assist Product Management in properly sizing their key projects to meet the overall company launch strategy. This may include the initial builds and launch schedule.
• Responsible for cross departmental meetings, clarifying issues with key stakeholders, providing weekly status for C level reporting and holding retrospectives.
• The Project Manager is responsible for identifying and removing risks/impediments to the team's progress, escalating to their manager as necessary.

Konami Gaming is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.