Senior IT Project Manager

Essential

• ITIL v4

• PMP/Prince 2/Six Sigma

• BS in Computer Science

Desirable

• Masters in Information Systems

• Yellow Six Sigma

Essential

• 5 to 10 years of progressively responsible IT experience, with sensitivity and commitment to business problem solving
• Five years of successfully managing complex and risky projects
• Five or more years of BU or BU-facing experience, with sensitivity and commitment to business problem solving
• Experience in leading diverse teams
• Experience and ability in using “soft skills” or “people skills”

Essential

• Distinctive blend of business, IT, financial and communication skills. This blend is vital because this is a highly visible position with substantial impact.
• Ability to adapt to new circumstances in a changing business environment.
• Good understanding of current and emerging technologies, and of how other enterprises are using them to drive digital business.
• Ability to support a tactical resource plan by mapping future demand to forecast project completions in the project portfolio.

Desirable

• Management of Personnel Resources
• Reading Comprehension
• Knowledge of project management methodology and experience or familiarity with major, defined program management approaches (for example, that of the Project Management Institute or PRINCE2 and agile approaches).
• Significant knowledge of project planning/scheduling tools (for example, Microsoft Project and Open Workbench), with a solid track record of practical application.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; expertise in setting and managing customer expectations.
• Effective influencing and negotiating skills in an environment in which this role may not directly control resources.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of business needs, with the ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence.