Sr IB Project Manager

Mouser•Mansfield, TX

17h

About The Position

ACCOUNTABILITIES & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Promotes an environment of transparency and respect, providing a project management foundation for high-performing teams in operations where individuals can realize their full potential. Facilitates cross-functional interactions between their project teams (i.e., Scrum, Kanban and Waterfall) ensuring that cross-team dependencies are managed appropriately. Works to increase team efficiency by encouraging out-of-the-box thinking and consistent improvement while staying focused on quality and timeliness. Ensures operations team is fully aware of all relevant information needed to be productive. Tracks and removes impediments impacting the operations team and safeguards the team from outside distractions and interferences. Schedules and facilitates project meetings as needed (Project status reporting, Sprint Planning, Daily Stand Up, Sprint Retrospective, etc.). Provides regular support to operations teams across the global teams, IB leadership and company staff. SKILLS & CERTIFICATIONS Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with groups at all levels of management. Able to lead from a position of influence, acting as a voice for their project teams. Able to negotiate with others when under pressure, arriving at a mutually beneficial outcome with ease and composure. Able to resolve conflicts while remaining calm in the face of opposition or tense situations. Able to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously while maintaining focus on the highest priority task. Able to analyze problematic scenarios and propose feasible solutions. Experience with project management and agile tools (i.e., Project Online, Jira, Confluence, etc.) Maintains the highest standards of ethical conduct, honesty and integrity. Senior Project Manager Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets, aligning them with organizational goals and strategies. Effectively allocate resources, including personnel, budgets, and equipment, to ensure project success. Identify potential risks and proactively develop strategies to mitigate them. Lead and inspire cross-functional teams, fostering unity and direction toward project goals. Delegate tasks appropriately, leveraging team strengths for optimized project execution. Foster transparent communication among team members, stakeholders, and senior management. Offer expert advice on technical aspects, ensuring adherence to industry best practices. Facilitate innovative solutions to technical challenges using expertise and inventive approaches. Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and technical specifications. Engage with stakeholders to align project outcomes with their needs and expectations. Cultivate robust relationships with stakeholders, fostering trust throughout the project life cycle. Maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports and technical specifications. Present regular project updates and performance metrics to senior management and stakeholders. Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance process efficiency. Encourage team innovation by exploring new technologies and methodologies for better project outcomes. Ensure project compliance with relevant regulations, industry standards, and company policies. Uphold governance frameworks to align projects with organizational objectives. Facilitate cross-functional interactions among project teams (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, Waterfall) to manage cross-team dependencies effectively. Enhance team efficiency through innovative thinking while maintaining a focus on quality and timeliness. Ensure operations teams have essential information for productivity. Track and eliminate impediments effecting the operations team, shielding them from distractions. Schedule and lead project meetings as necessary (e.g., status reporting, Sprint Planning, Daily Stand Up, Sprint Retrospective). Provide consistent support to global operations teams, IB leadership, and company staff. Effectively manage projects using the 5 steps of project management - Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & controlling, Closure. Supervise the team's daily work, ensuring optimal project handling, providing regular feedback from performance reviews, and motivating with timely rewards and recognition. Team subject matter expert.

Requirements

Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with groups at all levels of management.
Able to lead from a position of influence, acting as a voice for their project teams.
Able to negotiate with others when under pressure, arriving at a mutually beneficial outcome with ease and composure.
Able to resolve conflicts while remaining calm in the face of opposition or tense situations.
Able to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously while maintaining focus on the highest priority task.
Able to analyze problematic scenarios and propose feasible solutions.
Experience with project management and agile tools (i.e., Project Online, Jira, Confluence, etc.)
Maintains the highest standards of ethical conduct, honesty and integrity.
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science or related degree preferred.
6+ years Waterfall/Agile experience required.
Internal candidates: o Experience can be a combination of internal and external experience. o Minimum Highly Effective performance in current role.
Proficient in Project Management Methodology (PMI), adept at documenting necessary. information for project plans, and skilled in creating SOPs and Governance Plans for transitioning projects to BAU (Business as Usual).
Should possess experience in overseeing complete IT infrastructure projects from start to finish.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
A flexible approach to adapt to changing deadlines.
Skilled in executing agile approaches like Scrum.
Ability to handle confidential information with tact and sensitivity.
Excellent spoken and written Business English skills and the ability to write clear and concise text for different audiences.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with ITSM, ITIL, or other relevant frameworks is a plus.
Experience of automating reports (as far as data sources/tools will allow).
PMP, TQM or Six Sigma certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Promotes an environment of transparency and respect, providing a project management foundation for high-performing teams in operations where individuals can realize their full potential.
Facilitates cross-functional interactions between their project teams (i.e., Scrum, Kanban and Waterfall) ensuring that cross-team dependencies are managed appropriately.
Works to increase team efficiency by encouraging out-of-the-box thinking and consistent improvement while staying focused on quality and timeliness.
Ensures operations team is fully aware of all relevant information needed to be productive.
Tracks and removes impediments impacting the operations team and safeguards the team from outside distractions and interferences.
Schedules and facilitates project meetings as needed (Project status reporting, Sprint Planning, Daily Stand Up, Sprint Retrospective, etc.).
Provides regular support to operations teams across the global teams, IB leadership and company staff.
Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets, aligning them with organizational goals and strategies.
Effectively allocate resources, including personnel, budgets, and equipment, to ensure project success.
Identify potential risks and proactively develop strategies to mitigate them.
Lead and inspire cross-functional teams, fostering unity and direction toward project goals.
Delegate tasks appropriately, leveraging team strengths for optimized project execution.
Foster transparent communication among team members, stakeholders, and senior management.
Offer expert advice on technical aspects, ensuring adherence to industry best practices.
Facilitate innovative solutions to technical challenges using expertise and inventive approaches.
Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and technical specifications.
Engage with stakeholders to align project outcomes with their needs and expectations.
Cultivate robust relationships with stakeholders, fostering trust throughout the project life cycle.
Maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports and technical specifications.
Present regular project updates and performance metrics to senior management and stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance process efficiency.
Encourage team innovation by exploring new technologies and methodologies for better project outcomes.
Ensure project compliance with relevant regulations, industry standards, and company policies.
Uphold governance frameworks to align projects with organizational objectives.
Effectively manage projects using the 5 steps of project management - Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & controlling, Closure.
Supervise the team's daily work, ensuring optimal project handling, providing regular feedback from performance reviews, and motivating with timely rewards and recognition.
Team subject matter expert.