Sr. Project Manager, Software

Access•Peabody, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for all phases of client implementations, including scope definition, planning & scheduling, budgets, communications, and resources. They understand these project phases well and can guide less-senior Project Managers in their work to be successful. The Senior Project Manager will perform some Business Analysis in this role. The Senior Project Manager will work closely with clients, Access team members, and the Director to ensure success of projects and the overall Professional Services program.

Requirements

Degree in Computer Science or relevant discipline
7 years of relevant experience as a client-facing project manager for enterprise software implementations
PMP® or equivalent designation
Equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered
Sound knowledge of project management methodology and tools used for software implementation services
Knowledge of the full software development lifecycle
Excellent documentation skills, including expertise with a Project Management Tool
Excellent leadership skills with a take-charge, can-do approach
Good understanding of relevant organizational change management issues
Ability to effectively set and manage expectations and influence discussions
Ability to execute on decisions using sound decision-making skills and judgment abilities
Superior interpersonal, communication, and time management skills

Responsibilities

Develop and manage detailed project plans, plan templates, and holistic risk management strategies
Manage multiple projects, typically the larger and more complex projects, which may entail multiple change management challenges
Up to 10% of role will include Business Analysis; the Project Manager will also oversee, influence, and provide direction to other team members performing Business Analysis
Assisting with project oversight and project performance reviews
Demonstrated ability to turn around troubled projects
Influence and provide direction in project management
Facilitate, internally and externally, all implementation services including Data Conversion, Application Configuration, Report Writing, Quality Control, Installation, Development, Integration and Training
Successfully lead team members outside of Professional Services where little formal authority exists
Operate effectively within a large, matrixed organization, building cross team relationships through trust, respect, and accountability
Set and achieve personal and project objectives, ensuring a high degree of performance and resulting in extremely positive client satisfaction
Provide standard reports to the client and statistical/analytical reports to leadership, also inspects for areas for improvement within the team and puts improvement ideas into action
Manage project/program expenditures including budgeting, billing, and forecasting
Embodies continuous improvement of project management processes and practices
Passionate driver of positive change and is a change champion
Assist with sales proposals and business development activities
Mentors other team members to improve their documentation and project tool skills
Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at the direction of leadership