Recruiting for Project Management Manager

Job Description

Position Type : Full time Type Of Hire : Experienced (relevant combo of work and education) Education Desired : Bachelor of Management Information Systems Travel Percentage : 0%GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESHaving strong experience in managing external client projects (USA clients)Strong in Agile & Scrum and played role of Scrum MasterManaged Cloud project teamsBuilds and provides direction and day-to-day operations to the PMO. Scope may include technical and/or non-technical programs for an FIS segment or division. Oversees and provides guidance to the personnel responsible for the organization s portfolio of projects. Defines and develops project / program management best practices, processes and policy to ensure alignment with corporate strategy and goals. Partners with multi-departmental leadership and other stakeholders to locate opportunities and develop and prioritize projects according to relevant measurement criteria. Maintains the efficiency of important aspects of the project management process such as planning, scheduling and budget and risk assessment. Provides executive management with forecasts of available resources and program status. Supervises project and program managers to ensure all projects within the scope of the PMO are delivered within defined scope, quality, time, and cost requirements. Other related duties assigned as needed.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSBachelor s degree in business administration or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or active pursuit of certification preferred.GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Extensive knowledge of project management standards, processes, procedures and guidelines Knowledge of the industry project management best practices, i.e., Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Knowledge of various types of IT project methodologies and life cycles, e.g., conversions, incremental, rapid delivery, classic or traditional waterfall phases of analysis, design, development, testing, implementation and the correct project application Knowledge of standards relevant to the software industry , e.g., ISO, CMM, Six Sigma Knowledge of financial services industry Knowledge of FIS products and services Advanced skill in use of project management software to manage projects, e.g., MS Project and auxiliary tools, such as earned value database, audit tools, project repository, including risk, issues and action items database, SLIM Estimate, Metrics and Control, PlanView, Platinum Process Continuum Demonstrated skill in managing project budgets and timelines Skill in use of negotiation techniques to reach agreement when viewpoints vary Excellent analysis, problem-solving, team, conflict management and time management skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to interact effectively with executives at both FIS and clients Ability to set clear expectations, manage team performance and build high morale among team members Ability to maintain confidentiality and carry out assignments that are sensitive in natureFIS JOB LEVEL DESCRIPTIONCareer level management role. Manages project and/or program managers and project management administrative employees within the scope of the PMO. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Provides guidance to team members within latitude of established company policies. Recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures that affect group. Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends. Follows processes and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Faces variable situations that require analytical, interpretive, evaluative, and/or constructive thinking and requires research for solutions or new applications within program management. Uses innovative and strategic thinking in applying theories, principles, and concepts for all but the most complex issues. Exercises judgment on the basis of the financial services industry or experience in project /program management and considers various courses of action. Discusses only the complex, unusual situations with Senior PMO Manager. Acts as advisor to team members in meeting schedules and/or resolving problems. Develops and administers schedules, performance requirements, and may have budget responsibilities. Typically requires six or more years of experience managing large, high risk, highly complex projects that may have high corporate visibility or be strategic to the corporation and one or more years management responsibility.Privacy StatementFIS is committed to protecting the privacy and security of all personal information that we process in order to provide services to our clients. For specific information on how FIS protects personal information online, please see the Online Privacy Notice .Sourcing ModelRecruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.#pridepass,

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