Job Title: Strategic Project Director
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A highly experienced Strategic Project Director is required to lead and manage cross-functional teams 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.
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Key Responsibilities:
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1. Leadership & Team Management:
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* Lead and manage cross-functional teams, including Technical Architects, Developers, QA professionals, and Business Analysts, ensuring high performance and alignment with project goals.
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* Provide mentorship and guidance to team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
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* Oversee the team's daily operations, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within scope.
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2. Project Management:
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* Develop, maintain, and execute detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
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* Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
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* Manage multiple projects simultaneously, with a focus on application/software development.
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* Own and facilitate project status meetings, adjusting project targets and schedules as needed.
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3. Microsoft DevOps Project Management:
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* Manage and configure sprints, backlogs, and work items within Microsoft DevOps to ensure project transparency and alignment with Agile methodologies.
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* Track and manage user stories and epics, ensuring they are well-defined, prioritized, and aligned with project goals.
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* Facilitate daily stand-ups (scrums), sprint planning, and sprint retrospectives to ensure team collaboration and continuous improvement.
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* Monitor and manage burndown charts and other Agile metrics to track project progress and ensure timely delivery.
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* Collaborate with team members to ensure DevOps practices support efficient project execution and align with client needs.
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4. Business Analysis:
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* Perform business analysis tasks on projects as needed, including requirements gathering, process mapping, and stakeholder interviews.
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* Ensure business requirements are clearly defined, documented, and communicated to technical teams.
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Requirements:
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* Fluent English
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* Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
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* Minimum of 8 years of IT Project Management experience in an Agile (Scrum) environment, with a strong focus on application/software development.
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* PMP certification is required.
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* Proven track record of managing teams of Technical Architects, Developers, QA professionals, and Business Analysts.
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* Hands-on experience with Microsoft DevOps, particularly in managing user stories, epics, sprints, and Agile metrics such as burndown charts.
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* Ability to perform business analysis on projects, including requirements gathering and process documentation.
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* Experience managing project budgets of over $1M and delivering projects on time and within scope.
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* Hands-on experience overseeing all phases of the SDLC, from requirements gathering to deployment.
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* Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
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* Strong leadership and team management skills, with a proven ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams.
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* Strong organization skills and mindset.
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About This Opportunity:
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* The role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies and solutions.
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* The successful candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
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Additional Information:
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5. Type of Contract: PJ
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6. Hours: Full-time or Part-time
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7. Location: 100% Remote
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8. Start Date: Immediate
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9. Duration: Long-term
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