We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee and drive projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will be skilled in managing cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery of projects, and aligning project objectives with organizational goals. You will play a critical role in facilitating communication between stakeholders and managing project resources effectively.
Job Responsibilities:
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Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans that outline project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, timelines, and budget.
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Team Leadership: Lead and motivate cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring accountability for project tasks.
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Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and consistent communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and changes.
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Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project timelines and objectives.
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Budget Management: Monitor project budgets, ensure resources are allocated effectively.
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Quality Assurance: Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards and fulfil stakeholder expectations through regular review and feedback cycles.
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Change Management: Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and resources, ensuring that all changes are documented and communicated effectively.
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Performance Tracking: Utilize project management tools and methodologies to track progress, measure performance, and report on project outcomes.
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Retrospective Analysis: Conduct project retrospectives to gather insights, identify lessons learned, and implement improvements for future projects.
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Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Systems Management, Software Development, or a related field. PMP, CAPM or equivalent certification is a plus.
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Experience: Minimum 5 years of project management experience, preferably in Software Development. Experience with both Agile and waterfall methodologies is required.
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Skills:
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Strong organizational and time management skills.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Proficient in project management software (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Smartsheet).
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Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
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Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to challenges.
