Manages the development and execution of large Infrastructure, multi-phased projects with external project dependencies. Promotes client satisfaction by ensuring project adheres to stakeholder specifications. Responsible for project completion within determined scope, quality, time and cost constraints.
 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the direction of very large projects with complex components or a program of interrelated projects, ensuring integration, coordination, timing and consistency of process throughout the program/project lifecycle.

Initiating:  Exceptional understanding of project management principles and the application thereof.  Recognized expert in project management methodology and solution development methodologies.  Oversees contract file maintenance.  Leads development of SOW or RFP response.  Leads in vendor selection and contracts.

Planning:  Recognized as an expert in project management and solution delivery methodologies across multiple organizations.  Responsible for the development of effort estimations utilized in new work proposals.  Defines, organizes and plans project schedules to meet required project/program timeframes.  Facilitates/leads estimation of highly complex projects.  Develops project schedules and determines resource needs.  Works closely with resource managers to ensure proper resource allocation to the project/program.

Executing:  Successfully managed a portfolio of projects and a team of project managers.  Successfully managed a strategic enterprise-wide project.  Concurrently has managed more than one moderately complex, multiple phased projects with cross-functional, cross-organizational teams and/or outside vendors.

Monitoring/Controlling:  Directs risk planning, analysis, response and control on a scheduled basis across all phases of projects/programs.  Proven strong risk management as a primary management habit.  Proven effective change management skills.

Closing:  Recognize and document process improvement opportunities.  Responsible for ensuring all project close out activities are completed and documented.

QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred

• Strong Infrastructure Management experience required
• IT Outsourcing knowledge
• ITIL knowledge or certification required
• ITSM knowledge required
• Typically requires a minimum of 12 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 8 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 5 years experience; or equivalent work experience

Desired

• 11 - 15 years of experience in the field or a related area.  PMP required; PgMP desired.  Handles projects with a complexity of 5.