Job Title: Senior Project Manager
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and manage projects with cross-functional teams.
* The ideal candidate will possess outstanding client communication skills, strong leadership capabilities, a deep understanding of Agile methodologies, and PMP certification.
* The role requires hands-on experience managing projects through Microsoft DevOps, focusing on the effective organization and tracking of user stories, epics, sprints, and other Agile artifacts.
About This Role:
* Lead and manage cross-functional teams, including Technical Architects, Developers, QA professionals, and Business Analysts.
* Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
* Oversee the team's daily operations, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within scope.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop, maintain, and execute detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
* Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
* Manage multiple projects simultaneously, with a focus on application/software development.
* Own and facilitate project status meetings, adjusting project targets and schedules as needed.
Microsoft DevOps Project Management:
* Manage and configure sprints, backlogs, and work items within Microsoft DevOps to ensure project transparency and alignment with Agile methodologies.
* Track and manage user stories and epics, ensuring they are well-defined, prioritized, and aligned with project goals.
* Facilitate daily stand-ups (scrums), sprint planning, and sprint retrospectives to ensure team collaboration and continuous improvement.
* Monitor and manage burndown charts and other Agile metrics to track project progress and ensure timely delivery.
Business Analysis:
* Perform business analysis tasks on projects as needed, including requirements gathering, process mapping, and stakeholder interviews.
* Ensure business requirements are clearly defined, documented, and communicated to technical teams.
Required Skills & Experience:
* Fluent English is required.
* A bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
* Minimum 8 years of IT project management experience in an Agile environment.
* PMP certification is mandatory.
* Hands-on experience with Microsoft DevOps and Agile methodologies.
* Ability to perform business analysis on projects.
Desirable 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.
Benefits:
* Dynamic work environment with opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies and solutions.
Others:
* This is a long-term opportunity for a Senior Project Manager.