Kforce has a client in NYC that is seeking a Senior SDLC/QA Project Manager responsible for managing IT projects on a day-to-day basis using the Project Management Life Cycle process and deliverables.Responsibilities:
Perform project management duties for complex IT projects, including those involving AI solutions, in accordance with PMLC and SDLC processes
Perform day-to-day management of all project phases to ensure deliverables are completed on time and budget
Coordinate all project activities with IT project team members and business owners/ stakeholders
Track performance against objectives and develop corrective strategies when objectives are not being met
Create, manage, and update project charters, schedules, risk management plans, communication plans, project budgets, gate reviews and all other project management documentation
Work with project team members and management to secure resources and funding
Coordinate closely with project stakeholders to define project scopes and schedules
Collaborate with these stakeholders to understand business needs, processes, and data sources
Work with business analysts and architects to translate these business needs into clearly documented detailed requirements and functional specifications
Provide regular status updates and maintain relevant metrics to provide transparency on team performance
Communicate with executive leadership to provide project risk analysis, status, and requirements that may impact strategic direction
Stay abreast of AI trends and advancements, evaluating their potential impact and application within ongoing and future projects
Ensure that projects comply with audit requirements
Identify and coordinate cross-project dependencies
Perform additional projects and assignments as needed
BS/BS degree
CPCU Designation or advanced degree is a plus, but not required
Project Management Professional (PMP) is a plus, but not required
5 years of project management experience for application and data integration projects
Detailed knowledge of project management and software development life cycle methodologies
Proven experience managing mid-sized to large IT integration projects - independently
Background in Commercial Insurance desired
Strong communication and facilitation skills with an ability to effectively manage cross-functional team discussions
Strong management skills with an ability to achieve results in a matrix management environment
Ability to translate business needs into IT deliverables
Possess the ability to successfully apply waterfall, agile, and hybrid project delivery methodologies
Multi-disciplinary information technology familiarity with proven systems deployment experience
Experience using Project and Portfolio Management tools (MS Project, Planview, SharePoint, etc.)
Expertise with all aspects of requirements and testing processes
Detail-oriented and extremely organized
Strong business planning, organizing, prioritizing and analytical skills
Strong analytical abilities
Skilled in working across organizational boundaries, bringing together people with diverse perspectives and experience to find solutions
Excellent written and verbal (business) communications skills
Personal time management skills and ability to meet individual and team deadlines
Be able to handle multiple priorities and proactively identify risks to project timelines
Team player who works well with technical and business resources
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.Compensation Type:HoursMinimum Compensation:60.00Maximum Compensation:60.00
