Job Title: Experienced Project Manager
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Manager to lead and manage projects with cross-functional teams in the geospatial information technology area.
The ideal candidate will possess outstanding client communication skills, strong leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of Agile methodologies.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage cross-functional teams, ensuring high performance and alignment with project goals.
* 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.
Project Management:
* 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.
Agile Methodologies:
* 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.
* Client Engagement:
* Serve as clients' primary point of contact, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.
* Communicate project progress, risks, and issues effectively to clients and stakeholders.
* Ensure client satisfaction by delivering projects that meet or exceed their requirements.
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 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.
Work Environment:
* The role offers 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.
Contact Information:
* Type of Contract: PJ
* Hours: Full-time or Part-time
* Location: 100% Remote
* Duration: Long-term
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