Lead Program Analyst - IT Project Manager

Concurrent Technologies Corporation (CTC) is an independent, nonprofit applied scientific research and development organization. They are seeking a Lead Program Analyst - IT Project Manager to be part of the internal Information Technology team, contributing to a collaborative environment while managing the entire project lifecycle and ensuring efficient business operations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the entire project lifecycle, from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, and closing
• Define project scope, objectives, and resource allocation in collaboration with business stakeholders and technical teams
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and issues, communicating status and solutions to all relevant parties
• Manage project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring all financial targets are met
• Facilitate regular meetings and communicate progress, risks, and changes to stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Provide guidance and mentorship to other project managers and team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Gather and synthesize business project requirements into actionable project tasks and deliverables
• Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes and practices
• Ensure all project deliverables adhere to organizational policies, governance procedures, and quality standards

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• Experience: 5–10 years of progressive experience as an IT Project Manager, with a proven track record of delivering complex, enterprise-level projects
• Project Management Methodologies: Extensive experience with project management methodologies, including Agile (Scrum/Kanban) and Waterfall
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and experience managing technical projects involving application development, system implementation, and cloud migration
• Requirements analysis: Experience in analyzing and interpreting complex business needs and translating them into clear, concise, and actionable project requirements
• Documentation and artifacts: Strong skill in producing and managing comprehensive project artifacts, including Business Requirements Documents (BRDs), functional specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria
• Requirements prioritization: Ability to facilitate prioritization exercises with stakeholders using techniques like MoSCoW (Must Have, Should Have, Could Have, Won't Have) to ensure alignment with business goals
• Change management: Experience with establishing and managing a formal change control process for requirements, effectively assessing the impact of changes on project scope, schedule, and budget
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Leadership: Proven leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to manage shifting priorities and navigate project challenges effectively
• Tools: Proficiency with industry-standard project management software (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Microsoft Project, Asana)
• Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or Agile certification (e.g., Scrum Master)
• Higher Education: Master's degree in a relevant field, such as an MBA or IT Management
• Domain Expertise: Experience in research & development, government contracting, and/or highly regulated industry domains
• Enterprise Experience: Experience managing large-scale software implementations (e.g., ERP) or cloud migration projects
• Stakeholder Management: Experience managing stakeholder relationships at the senior leadership level
• Financial Acumen: Strong experience with budget planning, forecasting, and cost management for large-scale projects