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As a trusted partner, Converge Technology Solutions is helping our client identify, screen and secure a Senior Project Manager to join our client in Atlanta, Georgia. This position will be predominately remote with some onsite as needed.

 

You will be responsible for project coordination, developing and maintaining project documentation, spreadsheets and files while utilizing various software programs and monitoring the progress of and reporting on projects. You will review deliverables prepared by the team, complete and present projects using project management tools such as Microsoft Project or Microsoft Planner and identify and schedule project deliverables, milestones and required tasks for day-to-day project plans.

 

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Creates and executes project work plans, revising appropriately to meet changing needs and requirements for the PMO.
• Identifies resources needed by partnering with team leaders/managers, creates task lists for projects and assigns individual responsibilities. Recommends project scheduling within the PMO.
• Anticipates project needs and recommends solutions to the project sponsor. Serves as the primary liaison between the project sponsor and the project team.
• Creates and develops project agendas and requirements for each project meeting.
• Reviews deliverables prepared by the team before passing to the sponsor.
• Coordinates the preparation of engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures with the PMO and clients.
• Minimizes the project management team’s exposure and risk on projects.
• Communicates with the project team and sponsors. Ensures that project communications and needs are met.
• Delivers engaging, informative and well-organized presentations to project sponsors and team members.
• Documents and keeps track of lessons learned and shares those lessons with team members. Maintains project documentation and deliverables. Ensures project documents are complete, current and stored appropriately.
• Writes and publishes project meeting minutes, as required.
• Coordinates plans and facilitates meetings with project team members and the interaction with other departments using proven tools and techniques.
• May lead development and implementation of standard project management tools and methodologies.
• Coordinates the day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope with the PMO Manager.
• Other duties, as assigned.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited college or university is required.
• Required Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or Agile certification (Scrum Master).
• 5-7 years of experience in a Technology Department are required, with a preference for work experience in a multi-office legal environment. At least five years of experience coordinating processes and maintaining projects in a professional services environment are required.
• Strong understanding of and exceptional ability to manage multiple large projects with demonstrated skill in the use of project management tools and methodologies, preparing documentation and team coordination.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, both Agile and waterfall models.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present ideas in a business-friendly and user-friendly language.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in all MS Office applications, including Visio, Access and entries and updates in Outlook calendar, is required. Experience with MS Project Professional, MS Teams and SharePoint/Project Web Access is required.

 

Converge Technology Solutions offers equal opportunity to employees and applicants regardless of race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. Converge Technology Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party vendors associated with fees.