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The Project Manager coordinates among IT professionals and business leaders to executive activities with specific, measurable deliverables. As the sponsor, the project manager communicates in an optimal way, making sure that specific sponsor objectives are met. By tracking all assignments, due dates and creating contingency plans for unforeseen events, the Project Manager uses best practices to ensure projects are completed with minimal disruptions in everyday operations. The Project Manager must define success by the degree to which affected stakeholders are able to manage and use the end product, service or other change on a self-service basis. key performance metrics and allocating resources.
Responsibilities
- Help map the business goals of a project to the competencies and requires required by IT, and vice-versa
- Coordinating and scheduling meetings with all stakeholders to ensure effective communication and problem resolution
- Working with outside consultants, vendors and other third parties who may assist with the project
- Create an ongoing log of issues to be handled, facilitate collaboration between departments and minimize risk
- Set timelines for deliverables and follow up on results
- Make recommendations to senior management on resources required for project completion and success
- Assist management and stakeholders in the measurement of project success
- Foster alliances and cooperation between departments and stakeholders
Qualifications
- Post-secondary degree in computer science or information systems management
- Project Management Professional certification
- A proven track record of successful project execution
- Experience in supervision of both small and large teams of employees
- Deep understanding of project management best practices, methodologies and techniques