Manage project plan, track dependencies, address constraints, resolve resource conflicts, assess impacts to plan, obtain estimates to complete forecast use of funds, ensure adherence to SDLC, report progress against plan.
Develop a RACI model and governance model identifying stakeholder accountability across projects / workstreams
Business Outcomes / OKRs / KPIs – definition, tracking and reporting on the program level
Develop and execute project communications plan, facilitate team meetings, participate in key meetings that directly or indirectly impact the project, keep project stakeholders informed, prepare for and conduct executive steering committee meetings.
Gather content from respective project team members to complete interim and final deliverables.
Present deliverables required at respective tollgates throughout the project live cycle. Obtain sign-off and approvals to proceed for stakeholders.
Maintain project team repository of deliverables, reference materials and documentation.
Prepare change requests as agreed to by project team and obtain signatures from project owner and sponsor.
Escalate issues to executive steering committee members, facilitate decision making, document decisions and communicate direction to project team accordingly.
Prepare weekly status reports, track open issues, update risks (probability, severity and impact) and mitigation plans.
Participate in PMO meetings with other Project Managers to identify potential dependencies or constraints.
Utilize proficient Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills to provide effective reporting and documentation including dashboards and scorecards
Required Qualifications
7+ years of experience in project management and execution
Prior experience with Big Four consulting firms is a plus
Experience in the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) including Agile project work
Demonstrates clear understanding of the drivers of performance and decision making to maximize results.
Proven track record of managing large, complex projects, often with cross-functional teams and tight deadlines.
Strategic thinker with proven ability to operationalize the strategy