Specialist Technical Project Management

Job Description

Role Overview:

As a Technical Project Manager, you will drive the planning, execution, and completion of technical projects. You will handle risks and issues and develop mitigation plans. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure projects meet scope, timeline, and budget requirements. You will also develop project plans and ensure effective communication among stakeholders. Essential skills include a strong technical background, proficiency in project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum), and excellent organizational abilities.

What will you do in this role:

• Create project plans, define project scope, goals, and deliverables. Ensure that projects are executed according to the plans, within budget, and on schedule.
• Work with teams to identify and overcome obstacles which arise during the delivery of a project.
• Provide overall leadership, guidance, and management of all aspects of a given project, including requirements gathering, business case creation, and implementation.
• Initiate projects including defining a scope/charter, identify stakeholders, and establish governance.
• Lead project scheduling process with clear milestones, resource plan, deliverables, dependencies, and critical path.
• Act as a bridge between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. Communicate project status, risks, and issues to all parties involved and ensure that everyone is aligned and informed.
• Conduct regular project status meetings and present updates to stakeholders and senior management. Evaluate project performance and implement continuous improvement practices to ensure quality assurance and technical feasibility of projects.
• Keep detailed project documentation, including progress reports, meeting minutes, and project plans.
• Understand the technical aspects of the project to make informed decisions, provide guidance, and communicate effectively with the development team. This includes having a deep understanding of the technology stack, architecture, and potential technical challenges.
• Create detailed project plans with Agile principles in mind, defining the scope, and ensuring that projects are executed within budget and on schedule.
• Work closely with the Product Manager to prioritize and refine the product backlog, ensuring that the team focuses on delivering the most valuable features.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies. Proactively address issues that could impact project success.

What Should you have:

• Bachelors’ degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or any Technology stream. Advanced degree or PMP certification or Agile Certification is a plus.
• 3+ years of experience in technical project management, with a strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
• Experience managing project budgets, performing cost estimations, analyzing financial data, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and making informed decisions to optimize resource allocation and project investments.
• Proven experience in leading complex technical projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong technical background with knowledge of software development, systems integration, or related areas.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello, MS Project).
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to liaise with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.

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Requisition ID:R353827