• Project Mgr II

    System One (Pittsburgh, PA)


    Summary:

    The main function is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

    Job Responsibilities:

    • Develop integrated baseline project plans applying estimating models, identify resources and skills required, document estimating assumptions, refine plans and manage performance against them.

    • Recommend best solutions based on understanding of business issues.

    • Provide task-based schedule and cost forecasts and assist in assessing risk-based provisions.

    • Capture and track program metrics and perform analysis.

    • Manage project scope by assessing requirements changes, determining and conveying impact on budget, time and risk.

    • Manage client expectations, anticipates operational and tactical risks and tracks them.

    • Clarify, identify, and track requirements and issues, remove barriers, resolve minor project issues and escalate to immediate manager where required.

    • Manage project closure initiatives, such as client satisfaction survey and closure analysis.

    • Document and archive project activities, deliverables, tools and findings for future projects

    Skills:

    • Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.

    • Basic ability to work independently and manage ones time.

    • Basic knowledge of circuit boards, processors, electronic equipment and computer hardware and software.

    • Basic knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

    • Basic knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.

    • Basic knowledge of computer software, such as Visual Basic, Java, SQL, etc.

    Education/Experience:

    • Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required or equivalent work experience. MBA or other related advanced degree preferred.

    • PMI or PMP certification preferred.

    • 3-5 years experience required.

     

    Position Title: Project Mgr II - Contractor

     

    Position Location: Pittsburgh, PA

     

    Provide locations/flexible work by preference: All five tech hubs - no preference of order: Pittsburgh, PA, Dallas, TX, Birmingham, AL, Phoenix, AZ, Strongsville, OH

     

    Ability to work remote: Hybrid - 3 days in office, 2 remote

     

    Acceptable time zone(s): Have to work EST, does not matter what time zone they live in

     

    Days of the week: Monday-Friday

     

    Working Hours (Flexible): 8am-4:30pm

     

    Function of the Group: Revenue

     

    Initiatives/Projects: Project Quixote, EDGE, Locator, Appointments, Spanish Experiences, and Continuous Modernization - Digital - DMG Platform

     

    Industry background: Banking or finance preferred, or strong PM experience

     

    Team Dynamic: 15 total, PMs of various levels, project administrators.

    Roles and Responsibilities:

    • Leadership

    • Financial Management

    • Risk Management

    • Scope identification and release work

    • Completing artifacts for releases

    • Stakeholder management

    Must Have Technical Skills:

    Level 2- 5-8 years experience preferred by HM:

    • Agile Scrum

    • Software Development Lifecycle

    • Clarizen

    • Jira

    • ServiceNow

    Soft Skills:

    • Analytical

    • Conflict Resolution

    Education/Certifications:

    Bachelors Preferred or equivalent experience

    Screening Questions:

    1. What size projects have you previously managed? Spend, funding, team size?

    2. How many years of Agile experience do you have currently?

    3. Can you describe how you have previously led a team?

    Role Differentiator:

    Opportunity to work on the new banking platform, impacts all customers, immediate impact

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    System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

     

    System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.