IT Business Consultant

Technotopia Solutions•Atlanta, GA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The IT Business Consultant will take full ownership of assigned projects, providing leadership and guidance to ensure objectives are met within defined constraints (scope, time, budget, quality). This role involves driving change initiatives, assessing change impact, and developing and executing change management strategies and plans to maximize adoption and minimize resistance to organizational, process, and technology changes. The consultant will also leverage technical expertise for oversight, collaborate with technical teams, develop comprehensive project plans, manage stakeholders, and identify opportunities for process improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology or a related field.
Proven technical experience in a role such as a programmer, DBA, architect or similar.
Demonstrated proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
Understanding of change management principles, methodologies, and tools (e.g. Prosci ADKAR).
Proven ability to lead and motivate teams, build consensus, and resolve conflicts.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to identify and mitigate risks proactively.
Track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget.

Nice To Haves

Project management certifications (e.g.,PMP,PRINCE2) are a plus.
Experience working with the Judicial System is preferred.

Responsibilities

Take full ownership of assigned projects, providing leadership and guidance to ensure objectives are met within defined constraints (scope, time, budget, quality).
Help drive change initiatives, assess change impact, develop and execute change management strategies and plans that maximize adoption of the change, minimize resistance to organizational, process, and technology changes.
Develop Change Management Strategies which include Stakeholder engagement, Sponsorship, Coaching, Communications across different stakeholder groups, and manage change readiness.
Leverage technical expertise to understand project requirements, identify potential challenges and provide solutions.
Collaborate closely with technical teams to ensure successful execution.
Develop comprehensive project plans, including defining scope, creating schedules, allocating resources and managing risks.
Monitor progress, track milestones and implement corrective actions as needed.
Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, including project sponsors, team members and clients.
Provide regular updates on project status, address concerns, and manage expectations.
Identify opportunities to streamline project management processes, enhance efficiency and improve overall project delivery.