Project Director
We are seeking an accomplished project director to lead and manage cross-functional teams in delivering high-impact projects.
* Leadership & Team Management:
o Provide strategic guidance and oversight to ensure team performance aligns with project goals.
o Mentor and develop team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
o Oversee daily operations, ensuring tasks are completed on time and within scope.
* Project Delivery:
o Develop and execute detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
o Ensure timely delivery of projects while maintaining the highest quality standards.
o Manage multiple projects simultaneously, focusing on application/software development.
o Facilitate project status meetings, adjusting targets and schedules as needed.
* Agile Methodologies:
o Configure sprints, backlogs, and work items within Microsoft DevOps to ensure project transparency and alignment with Agile methodologies.
o Track and manage user stories and epics, ensuring they are well-defined, prioritized, and aligned with project goals.
o Facilitate daily stand-ups (scrums), sprint planning, and retrospectives to ensure team collaboration and continuous improvement.
o Monitor and track burndown charts and other Agile metrics to track project progress and ensure timely delivery.
* Business Analysis:
o Perform business analysis tasks on projects as needed, including requirements gathering and process documentation.
o Ensure business requirements are clearly defined, documented, and communicated to technical teams.
* Client Partnership:
o Serve as clients' primary point of contact, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.
o Communicate project progress, risks, and issues effectively to clients and stakeholders.
o Ensure client satisfaction by delivering projects that meet or exceed their requirements.
* Technical Oversight:
o Collaborate with Technical Architects to ensure project designs align with business objectives and technical standards.
o Review and approve technical and business documentation, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
o Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to provide strategic technical direction.
* Quality Assurance & Risk Management:
o Implement quality control processes to ensure deliverables meet required standards.
o Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring proactive solutions to potential challenges.
Requirements:
* Fluent English
* 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, with a strong focus on application/software development.
* Prior hands-on development or coding experience.
* 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.
* Ability to perform business analysis on projects, including requirements gathering and process documentation.
* Experience managing projects with large scopes and timelines.
* 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.
* Strong organization skills and mindset.
Desired Skills & Qualifications:
* Experience in the Oil and Gas industry is highly desirable.
* Previous experience in a consulting role or possessing a consultative mindset.
* PMP certification and CSM.
Other:
* A dynamic work environment with opportunities to work on cutting-edge technologies and solutions.
* The successful candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
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