Sr IT Project Manager

Brief Description : The Sr IT Project Manager is responsible for all phases of projects of a highly complex nature and acts as a single point of contact for those projects. Takes projects from original concept through final implementation.

Interfaces with all areas affected by the project including end users and IT and business partners. Defines project scope and objectives. Develops detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource plans, and status reports. Conducts project meeting and is responsible for project tracking and analysis.

Ensures adherence to quality standards and reviews project deliverables. Recommends and takes action to direct the analysis and solution of problems. Solves complex problems; takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions. Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations.

Represents the organization as the prime technical contact on contracts and projects. Interacts with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations. Guides the successful completion of major programs and may function in a project leadership role.

Erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in failure to achieve major organizational objectives. Specific job duties: Responsible for delivery and success of assigned projects. Optimizes results within business and time constraints.

Leads meetings with project team to assess status and resolve issues as they come up. Meet with business management to determine solutions to business problems. Defines project scope and objectives. Develops preliminary project plan and design, determines necessary resources, and project timeline.

Assign individual responsibilities and acts as a management resource for project team members. Review and track status of project and deliverables and provides project updates and ongoing cost analysis to IT and business line management. Conducts presentations regarding project