Lead IT Project Manager

Lead IT Project Manager

26 Nov 2024
New Jersey, Hoboken, 07030 Hoboken USA

Lead IT Project Manager

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Title: Lead IT Project Manager
Location: Hoboken, NJ 07030 OR Austin, TX 78717
Duration: 12+ Months (Remote to start then Hybrid)
Important Notes:
• Agile Lead
• Finance/Insurance domain
• Multiple projects (Mortgage and Insurance)
• High level of expertise in managing software and infrastructure
• PMP and Agile Certifications (Big Plus)
• At least 10 Years of experience is nice to have
• PMO Experience (Plus)
What can you expect?
• To work as part of a multi-disciplinary Agile team to design and deliver high quality business solutions
• To identify areas of improvement within the product lifecycle and Agile delivery processes
• To support and design global solutions for business problems
• Ability to play significant role in shaping software delivery methodology, processes and long-term effectiveness in the placement and policy domain
We will count on you to:
• Define and enforce standard processes using Agile methodologies within a project portfolio including project setup/configuration, backlog management, sprint activities, roadmap/dependency management
• Collaborate with Agile teams (internal and external) working across multiple functional work streams to understand then plan/track resource allocation, utilization, and budget
• Conduct working sessions with program stakeholders to review objectives, scope, plans, understand operational pain points and challenges, and confirm underlying program assumptions
• Assist with planning, facilitation and follow-up activities related to Program Increments and Sprints
• Establish communication cadence to provide timely information to program stakeholders
• Advise teams on overall Program approach, status, and coordination
• Advise teams on stakeholder engagement, workshop setup, and content delivery
• Contribute PMO view into strategic and tactical planning, budgeting, and priority setting
• Establish/Manage Governance Processes for IT (and Business as needed)
• Advise and engage on overall program approach, status, and coordination
• Advise on leading practices related to IT process efficiency and program governance activities
• Track and report status against deliverables – at regular intervals
• Support and coach execution teams and Line of Business (LOB)/Function leads with the identification and implementation of plans
• Support the development of templates and tools needed for program delivery
• Draft, review and distribute program communication and updates per pre-determined cadence
• Monitor project portfolios and delivery in accordance with required time, quality, and budget
• Track, communicate and proactively manage risks, issues, and change management
• Provide upward program reporting per governance requirements
• Produce, communicate, and manage project plans
• Manage program scope, documentation, change control and escalation processes
• Align with global Agile leaders to ensure adherence to company-wide governance related to Agile methodologies
• Actively participate in company-wide Agile initiatives and focus groups
What you need to have:
• At least 15-20 years managing as a Senior Level PMO, Program Director
• High level of expertise in defining and optimizing IT Process, Operations, and Business functional areas
• Expert in oral and written communication
• High level of expertise in managing software and infrastructure technologies used in commercial insurance, including experience with IT process automation solutions
• Expertise in Agile Methodologies for process and technology delivery
• Experienced in management level conflict resolution
• Experience in managing diverse teams, of varying size from small groups up to enterprise level
• Have strong verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree and Advanced Certificates preferred
What makes you stand out?
• Experience with utilizing Jira for Agile project management including the use of advanced reporting and roadmap features
• Experience leading software development projects that utilize low-code/no-code platforms
We are an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, citizenship, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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