Job Title: Project Leadership Specialist
Are you an experienced project manager looking for a new challenge? We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager to lead and manage projects with teams of Technical Architects, Developers, QA professionals, and Business Analysts in the geospatial information technology area. The ideal candidate will possess outstanding client communication skills, strong leadership capabilities, a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, and PMP certification. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and executing detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets. You will also ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Project Management:
* Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
* Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
* Team Leadership:
* Lead and manage cross-functional teams, including Technical Architects, Developers, QA, and Business Analysts.
* Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
* Technical Oversight:
* Collaborate with Technical Architects to ensure project designs align with business objectives and technical standards.
* Review and approve technical and business documentation, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
Required Skills & Experience:
* Fluent English
* Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
* Minimum of 8 years of IT Project Management experience in an Agile (Scrum) environment, with a strong focus on application/software development.
* PMP certification is required.
* Proven track record of managing teams of Technical Architects, Developers, QA professionals, and Business Analysts.
* Hands-on experience with Microsoft DevOps, particularly in managing user stories, epics, sprints, and Agile metrics such as burndown charts.
* Ability to perform business analysis on projects, including requirements gathering and process documentation.
* Experience managing project budgets of over $1M and delivering projects on time and within scope.
* Hands-on experience overseeing all phases of the SDLC, from requirements gathering to deployment.
* Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
* Strong leadership and team management skills, with a proven ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams.
Desired Skills & Qualifications:
* Experience in the Oil and Gas industry is highly desirable.
* Experience with geospatial technologies is a plus.
* Previous experience in a consulting role or possessing a consultative mindset.
* Prior hands-on development or coding experience is a plus.