Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Concurrent Technologies Corporation (CTC) is an independent, nonprofit applied scientific research and development organization. They are seeking a Lead Program Analyst-IT Project Manager to be part of their internal Information Technology team, supporting employees and contributing to a collaborative environment that enhances business operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead the entire project lifecycle, from initiation and planning to execution, monitoring, and closing
- Define project scope, objectives, and resource allocation in collaboration with business stakeholders and technical teams
- Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables
- Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and issues, communicating status and solutions to all relevant parties
- Manage project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring all financial targets are met
- Facilitate regular meetings and communicate progress, risks, and changes to stakeholders at all levels of the organization
- Provide guidance and mentorship to other project managers and team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
- Gather and synthesize business project requirements into actionable project tasks and deliverables
- Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes and practices
- Ensure all project deliverables adhere to organizational policies, governance procedures, and quality standards
Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
- Experience: 5–10 years of progressive experience as an IT Project Manager, with a proven track record of delivering complex, enterprise-level projects
- Project Management Methodologies: Extensive experience with project management methodologies, including Agile (Scrum/Kanban) and Waterfall
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and experience managing technical projects involving application development, system implementation, and cloud migration
- Requirements analysis: Experience in analyzing and interpreting complex business needs and translating them into clear, concise, and actionable project requirements
- Documentation and artifacts: Strong skill in producing and managing comprehensive project artifacts, including Business Requirements Documents (BRDs), functional specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria
- Requirements prioritization: Ability to facilitate prioritization exercises with stakeholders using techniques like MoSCoW (Must Have, Should Have, Could Have, Won't Have) to ensure alignment with business goals
- Change management: Experience with establishing and managing a formal change control process for requirements, effectively assessing the impact of changes on project scope, schedule, and budget
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Leadership: Proven leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to manage shifting priorities and navigate project challenges effectively
- Tools: Proficiency with industry-standard project management software (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps, Microsoft Project, Asana)
- Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) or Agile certification (e.g., Scrum Master)
- Higher Education: Master's degree in a relevant field, such as an MBA or IT Management
- Domain Expertise: Experience in research & development, government contracting, and/or highly regulated industry domains
- Enterprise Experience: Experience managing large-scale software implementations (e.g., ERP) or cloud migration projects
- Stakeholder Management: Experience managing stakeholder relationships at the senior leadership level
- Financial Acumen: Strong experience with budget planning, forecasting, and cost management for large-scale projects
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- CTC offers exceptional career growth, cutting edge technology, educational opportunities, and recognition for quality work.
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