Project Management Professional

Company: Kforce Technology Staffing
Location: Newark
Posted on: February 14, 2020

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:Kforce has a client in search of a Project Management Professional in Basking Ridge, New Jersey (NJ).Essentia Functions:* The schedule, coordination and completion of projects* Effectively manage multiple, concurrent product development projects* Responsible for organizing highly complex activities for the successful launch of projects - Oversee all aspects of project implementation to deliver products and services on-time* Work closely with a variety of internal teams and end-customers to oversee design, development, integration, test, and quality assurance of new products and services* Track and monitor work delivered by SOI teams, AI/ML initiatives, stakeholder with cross-functional business & IT Teams, coordinate QES PM tasks over WebEx meetings, manage contractor and SOW resources* Assist with administrative needs of these resources, assist with gathering updates for scorecards, status reports, and regular meetings* Gather action items and track completion to drive Customer Experience & Personalization projects, burndown rates, delivery velocity, release planning, and forecasting* Work with key stakeholders to prioritize strategic initiativesREQUIREMENTS:* Bachelor of Arts or technical discipline is required* 5-7 years of experience* Program Manager to drive QES (Quality Experience Score) user stories and drive end-end engagement of analytics and feedback loop measurement partnering with Business and Channel Organizations, Business Transformation, GTS and other implementation partners * Experience in Project Management is required - Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) desired* Ability to understand a project's technical details (e.g. call flow, billing, provisioning, operations, etc.) and uncover and assess projects risks* Proven ability to communicate effectively at multiple levels: from team members to executive management - Proven ability to negotiate and motivate others* Demonstrates excellent problem-solving skills, self-motivation, leadership, and team orientation* Demonstrates analytic, technical, and organizational skills* Excellent attention to detail* Results oriented with drive to complete assignments* Eager to learn new skills or hone existing skills* Well developed interpersonal and communication skills and escalate/risk management/mitigation for Agile projects to stay on track with deliverables and delivery timelinesDesired Skills:* PMP, Agile Scrum Master, or Agile Product Owner certifications* Use case development knowledge and experience* Previous consulting experience or professional services environment experienceKforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. - provided by Dice

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