Project & Program Management I

What This Job Entails

Scope

• Executing projects from end-to-end
• Resolve problems or escalate in a timely manner
• Tracking a high volume of projects simultaneously
• Escalating & tracking various project blockers
  

Your Roles And Responsibilities

• Manages cross-functional and technical projects.
• Partner with functional teams during initiation, plan, design, procurement, deployment, and post deployment phases.
• Responsible for managing/tracking program milestones, timeline, and overall deliverables.
• Assist with using metrics and KPIs to measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, and provide regular status updates.
• Help with internal process improvements; remove gaps, across multiple teams and functions.
• Ensure risks are accounted for and provide risk mitigation strategies.
• Be a point of contact for vendor partners and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate and assist with regularly scheduled meetings with core teams.
• Assist with evaluation of post project results against metrics; recommend or implement changes to improve delivery practices/processes.
• Other duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities assigned to this position.
  

Required Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S/B.A) from four-college or university and 0 to 2 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Builds stable working relationships internally
• Follows standard practice and procedures when analyzing situations or data
• Understanding of project management teams, resolving conflict, and meeting schedule timelines
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, documentation)
• Ability to work on multiple projects and assignments concurrently
• Self-starter who is able to quickly learn new tools and gain familiarity with new processes and technologies with minimal assistance
• Familiarity with creating spreadsheets, presentation material, and project/process documentation
• Strong observational and analytical skills, including: ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate significant amounts of information, strong attention to detail and accuracy, ability to track and report metrics, and manage risks
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders and communicate project updates to client executives.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Various certifications
• Change management knowledge
• Familiarity with various project management methodologies
  

Physical Demand & Work Environment

• Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing
• Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment
• Must be able to use a computer
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively
• Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers