Technical Project Manager (Azure/DevOps)

Company: ConsultNet, LLC
Location: Hoboken
Posted on: March 22, 2020

Job Description:

Technical Project Manager (AzureDevOps) Location Hoboken, NJ Start Date Jan 29, 2020 Apply Now Sign Up For Job Alerts Email Job Refer a Friend Apply with LinkedIn Job Description Title Technical Project Manager (AzureDevOps) Location Hoboken, NJ Duration 6+ months Job Summary Operating within the IT organization, the Technical Project Manager will be a hands-on contributor as well as a leader of other resources successfully delivering project(s) through coordination and interfacing with Senior IT Leaders in adherence to Project Management Framework principles. A self-starter that will be responsible for working with IT Leadership and wider IT and business professionals to identify project requirements, build out the work plans, commission the workload, and execute deliverables that drive continued project momentum, and satisfactory completion of software development initiatives. The Technical Project Manager will execute software modernization and cloud re-platforming deliveries within a large, multi-work stream program (creating new web applications, data visualization, and reporting tools) focused on the needs of Risk Management Analytics colleagues with emphasis on Natural Catastrophe Modeling and Actuarial business workflows. The successful candidate will also help to promote and grow Agile and DevOps practices within the IT and business teams. Must have a very strong understanding of Azure DevOps, IT Project Management, IT Infrastructure and delivery of project objectives within a complex, matrix organization. Responsibilities Manage the entire Project Management Life Cycle, delivery schedulecalendar and communication to Senior IT Leadership on status of the project(s)work streams that are currently in flight. Lead and facilitate meetings with project stakeholders from all levels, including business relationship meetings and technical team meetings to determine progress, and facilitate resolution to questions or challenges. Set up product iterationssprints and manage delivery using Azure DevOps Drive adoption of, practice, and conduct Agile practicesceremonies (online backlog grooming, sprintsiterations, demos, team norms, Requirements Definition-of-Done, daily team communication, physical visualization of the team's work, retrospectives, etc.) Own projectprogram delivery schedule calendar and its visibility across globally distributed teams Manage vendors and team members in a matrix organization. Determine and define clear, actionable deliverables for the project independently or in collaboration with IT Business Analysts and business customer colleagues. Determine clear roles and responsibilities for staff members required for specific projects or initiatives. Execute Scope Management, Dependency Management, Risk Management, Issue Management, Stakeholder Management, CostFinancial Management a MUST! Accurately report monthly CostFinancial project performance information and explain variances. Manage expectations and conflictsobstacles and unexpected difficulties. Prepare project status reporting (Monthly RAG Reports, Weekly Stakeholder Reports, etc.) conduct project team meetings, project status meetings, and stakeholder meetings as required manageinterface with all ITBusiness functions required for execution. Manage multiple projects in an environment that is early in its project management process maturity. Identify, track and resolve project risksissues using best practice problem-solving techniques. Develop and manage project schedules using modern toolset (MS Project, Azure DevOps, Microsoft Teams). Create and present technical implementation road maps Qualifications and Education Requirements 8-10 years' experienceutilizingProject Management Best Practices Guidelines 5-7 years' experience working as alead PM delivering technical software development projects Strong experience in project management methodologies including Waterfall (PMI standard) and Agile (SAFe). Preferred candidates will have PMI certification(s) (PMP, PMI-ACP, Scrum Master, etc.) Experience in Insurance Reinsurance Risk Management Data Analytics with a preference for Catastrophe Modeling andor Actuarial business area specialization Strong familiarity with key software delivery componentsdisciplines (development, business analysis, QA testing, database management, application, engineering, equipment provisioning, etc.) Recent experience with DevOps and Cloud deliverydeployment methods and toolsets (Continuous integration, continuous delivery, Microsoft Azure and AWS repositories and pipelines) Demonstrated experience scheduling and leading formal Agile ceremonies such as Demos, Backlog Grooming, and Retrospective sessions Experience managing andor participating in on-premises-to-cloud system migration initiatives Experience operating as an efficient, synchronized team with QA Testing and Business Analysis leads Experience with latest Microsoft software delivery and collaboration stack (Visual Studio Azure DevOps, SharePoint, Teams, Office 365, etc.) Strong understanding of, with ability to create and own, projectprogram financials and periodic statements High performance in core leadership and collaboration skills including Excellent oralwritten communication and s trong meeting facilitation Strong analytical skills and detail-oriented focus Professionally assertive and collegial Ability to multitask Excellent problem-solving Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Local candidate NYNJ Metro Area DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Must be able to communicate extremely effectively with all parties including business professionals and technical professionals Must be able to be understood by all parties Must not have any translation restrictions or hindrances while working with multiple professionals Be a part of the ConsultNet difference. As a leading national provider of IT staffing and solutions, ConsultNet delivers exceptional services to startup, midmarket and Fortune 1000 companies across North America. Since 1996, we've partnered with clients to create rewarding opportunities for our consultants, successfully building teams that have surefire results. In the past two years alone, we have placed more than 1,500 consultants in contract, contract-to-hire, or direct placement opportunities. We understand communication is key to finding the right job that matches your skills and career goals. For us, it's not just the work that we do it's how we do the work. Our breadth of offerings extends to multiple IT positions in major markets throughout the country, see more at www.consultnet.com Id 20-00201

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