Project Manager - Tallahassee, United States - Tech Army

Description

Overview The ideal candidates will have a solid academic background, extensive experience in project management, and a knack for effectively coordinating multifaceted projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

Academic:

• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification.
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent work experience.

Experience:

• 7+ years of project management experience.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale software implementation projects.
• Experience managing multiple projects or programs simultaneously.
• Proficiency in various technologies and functions.
• Demonstrated expertise in documenting technical and business requirements.

Additional Desired Skills:

• Ability to serve as the primary Project Manager for the School Choice Portal project.
• Extensive knowledge of project management methodologies, resource management practices, and change management techniques.
• Proficiency in guiding programming staff through complex web-based projects.
• Strong capability in documenting business and technical requirements comprehensively.
• Exceptional work ethic and commitment to meeting deadlines.

General Requirements:

• Adaptability and Flexibility: Ability to learn new tools and adapt to different environments independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Word) and Microsoft SharePoint.
• Strong time management skills and ability to estimate project effort accurately.
• Willingness to mentor technical staff and share knowledge.

Deliverable Tasks: The Project Manager will be responsible for:

• Understanding business and customer requirements to drive technical solutions.
• Coordinating project-oriented work efforts and providing status reports.
• Establishing project management processes and methodologies.
• Creating and managing project plans, team assignments, and work efforts.
• Monitoring project milestones and adjusting plans/resources as needed.
• Coordinating tests and assisting with acceptance testing.
• Ensuring compliance with standards and source code promotion processes.