Project Manager Tech 3

Kforce Inc is seeking a Project Manager Tech 3 to oversee the application of project management methodology during all phases of the project cycle. The role includes responsibilities such as project design, scope management, cost control, and leading teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet business needs.

Responsibilities:

• Develops, tracks and manages project budget, project plans, timelines and scope
• Manage project resources including procuring project staff, developing, motivating, coaching and advising
• Partner closely with other members of functional project teams to define business requirements
• Lead teams of developers in the delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet business needs
• Define test plans and ensure that products are defect free before User Acceptance Testing
• Facilitate the User Acceptance Testing process, developing rollout plans and procedures
• Prepare and present cost-benefit analyses
• Ensure appropriate systems development and project management processes are being utilized
• Make presentations to steering committees or project sponsors

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field required
• PMP or PMI certification
• 5-7 years of experience
• Proven project management experience
• Experience delivering technology and business application solutions in a large-scale, multi-platform systems environment
• People management and team building skills
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible/adaptable in exercising judgment in a changing environment and to manage competing priorities
• Proven ability to learn business processes quickly and to work well with business partners at different levels within the organization
• Strong ability to assess risk and apply management principles to technology applications/products and business functions
• MBA or other related advanced degree