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Position: Sr. Project Manager Location: Dallas, TX (100% remote but would like EST or CST hours) On C2C  Email: yadla.vamsi@kasmodigital.com Job Description: The Sr. Project Manager will support the SOC remediation efforts. This role will require a seasoned Project Manager that can manage multiple work streams, collaborate with other project managers on complex programs and work closely with both the Product Manager and Delivery Leader on detailed project status. • Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement. • Adjust project management approaches as needed, based on industry best practices and professional judgement. • Facilitate discussions to drive decision making, share information and collect information, as required by the project. • Proactively manage change control and communicate impact in project scope, identify risks/issues, and devising contingency plans. Deliverables for each Project to be created and/or maintained • Lean Business Case (justification, deliverables, milestones, level of effort by resource type, budget, schedule) • High level Gantt chart and detailed project workplan/Schedule • Stakeholder List • Communications Plan • Resource Schedule • Weekly Status Updates • Executive Updates (e.g. PPTs) as needed (frequency TBD) • Issue/Risk Log • Project budget/forecast • Others as required, based on business need. Must have experience: • 8+ years of IT project management, especially with creating deliverables outlined above. • Prior experience working on SOC remediation projects. • Experience at communicating at all levels (team to executive) • Understanding of Waterfall methodology • Proven working experience in project management through all facets of project lifecycle. • Proven track record to drive results and navigating challenges successfully. • Sr. PMs should have experience coordinating work across PMs in a matrix environment, able to provide roll up of status and metric reporting, have exceptional issue management skills, and have experience defining roles and responsibilities on projects to bring clarity on the accountability of work across team members. Key Preferred Skills: • Planview experience and be familiar with managing project resources, financial planning, etc. Not a must and can be trained. • Excellent Communication – oral and written. • Ability to lead teams through planned schedules and proactively address issues/risks. • Proficient in creating effective PowerPoint presentations. • Flexible to be in details and at summarized/high-level. • Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices; McKesson uses Jira, Smartsheet, Teams, O365 • Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills. • Effective resource estimating skills. • Self-starter with a strong work ethic, who sets high standards for self and others and demonstrates enthusiasm for the mission of the team.

Share candidates local to Atlanta, GA only to nitha@canopyone.com Position: Project / Execution Manager Location: Atlanta, GA General Duties  Manages projects that often involve network, server, or software implementation and upgrades, PC deployment and other similar projects.  Coordinates work done by IT staff and internal customers/partners by defining project requirements, performing feasibility and needs/impact assessments.  Develops detailed project plans and manages all implementation processes including resource allocation, progress tracking, monitoring change control process, testing, documentation, training, and on-time delivery within budget constraints. Strategy & Planning  Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.  Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.  Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.  Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders.  Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.  Track project milestones and deliverables.  Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas.  Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle.  Conduct project postmortems and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.  Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.    Acquisition & Deployment  Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.  Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.  Where required, negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel from within the company.  Determine and assess need for additional staff and/or consultants and make the appropriate recruitments, if necessary, during project cycle.    Operational Management  Direct and manage project development from beginning to end.  Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.  Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.  Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.  Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.  Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.  Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.  Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project team members and contractors and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.  Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.  #Projectmanager; #PMP; #Agile; #atlantajobs; #georgiajobs;

Please review the immediate closing W2 requirements below and send your resume with visa details to Ramu@everestglobalsolutionsinc.com / Direct: +1 (713)715-5240 Role: PMO Coordinator Location: Shelton, CT / Onsite – Locals only Duration: Long term Contract: C2C / W2   Job Description Job Summary: We are seeking a PMO Coordinator to support our Project Management Office (PMO) in ensuring the efficient execution of projects. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing resource allocation, processing invoices, and performing various administrative and operational activities that contribute to the successful delivery of projects. The role demands strong organizational and communication skills, along with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Key Responsibilities: Resource Allocation: Manage and coordinate the allocation of resources across multiple projects to ensure projects are adequately staffed. Collaborate with project managers and team leads to assess resource requirements and make adjustments as needed. Maintain a real-time view of resource utilization and availability to ensure optimal deployment. Track resource assignments and ensure alignment with project timelines and priorities. Invoice Processing: Oversee the timely and accurate processing of invoices for project-related expenses. Work with finance and project managers to ensure invoices are properly documented, reviewed, and approved. Track and manage project budgets, ensuring that expenses remain within the approved limits. Report any discrepancies or budget overages to the appropriate stakeholders for resolution. Project Administration and Support: Assist in the preparation and maintenance of project documentation, including status reports, meeting minutes, and schedules. Support project managers in managing project timelines, budgets, and resources. Help track project progress, milestones, and deliverables, ensuring they are on track and meet deadlines. Organize and coordinate project meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, and minute-taking. Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the main point of contact for project managers and stakeholders regarding resource allocation and invoice processing. Ensure smooth communication between project teams and senior management by providing updates and handling requests related to resources and finances. Process Improvement: Assist in the implementation of best practices for resource management and financial tracking across projects. Contribute to the ongoing improvement of PMO processes, tools, and templates to drive efficiency. Ensure project management standards and processes are followed across all projects. Reporting and Analytics: Maintain and update dashboards for resource allocation, financial tracking, and project status. Provide regular updates on project performance, including resource utilization, budget status, and timelines. Prepare ad-hoc reports as required by senior management.  

After just over a year my time at GRIDSERVE is going to come to an end at the end of October – the organisation is going through massive change and transformation and as it moves into the next phase it’s that someone else takes the PMO reins and drives the next phase of transformation. I am on the search for my next role. It's been a truly amazing journey recruited into build a PMO function to a brilliant, rapidly growing start-up which had no structure, no understanding of the size of its Change & Growth Portfolio, and not even a little bit of reporting or risk management in place. In this time on top of building a PMO function, I also picked up 2 Projects, saved GRIDSERVE over £2M through looking at Business Cases, and even led the Dynamics (D365) Business Systems Team for 5 months whilst a new Head Of was recruited. In the PMO we: 🔹Identified the Digital, Products and Services Portfolio Size 🔹T-Shirt Sized and Prioritised everything 🔹Identified sponsors, business impact, costs, and outcomes 🔹Assessed every item reducing from 233 projects/programmes/innovations to a core 63 🔹Introduced the fundamentals to delivering change successfully - regular reporting, risk and issue management, business cases, SteerCos, financial tracking and reporting 🔹Built out tooling and workflows for Demand Management, Departmental Reporting, Risk, Issues, Assumption, Dependency, and Decision Management 🔹Developed ~60 templates and guides 🔹Wrote regular communications 🔹Managed all contractor onboarding and offboarding including raising POs and Goods Receipting 🔹Financial Planning across the whole portfolio including Budget Submissions 🔹Defined the requirements for the PMO Tooling shifting from PowerPoint and Excel into bespoke configured SharePoint/Power Apps tools with automated workflows built on approvals 🔹Created a fully auditable set of processes which showcase where we have assessed initiatives for security and compliance 🔹Presented the case to adapt and amend to roll out to the rest of GRIDSERVE which has been approved 🔹 We also worked across Technical Design Authority (TDA), weekly Portfolio Review, Programme & Portfolio Steering Groups, Lessons Learned workshops, and all Project/Programme Gates  On top of all that:  📌 We’ve built a Project Management Best Practice Guild, and  📌 Built a PMO Delivery Handbook mapping out all the tools, processes, and best practice we’ve implemented to leave GRIDSERVE with the tools required to continue moving forward when we’ve gone. I'm hoping you're all dazzled now!   In all seriousness, I'm looking for a senior PMO/Programme role which is remote and outside IR35, so if you hear of anything please send in my direction or give me a call.

Project Managers 🤔 Over the last few days I've been having a few conversations around potential Infor projects with clients. One question being asked a lot is down to Project managers and how beneficial it is to use an independent PM referred to consultancies providing them with one. 🤷♂️ I have compiled the following which I believe is the benefits of hiring an independent PM and why I would recommend it. 👇 1. Objectivity and Impartiality: 💻 Conflict of Interest: Independent PMs make decisions based on the project's best interests, without a vested interest in the consultancy's success. Fair Assessment: They provide unbiased assessments of progress, performance, and quality. 2. Enhanced Accountability: ✨ Direct Accountability: Independent PMs are directly accountable to the hiring organisation, ensuring focus on meeting the project's objectives. Transparency: They offer greater transparency in project reporting and status updates. 3. Cost Efficiency: 📊 Cost Control: Independent PMs can be more cost-effective, avoiding the higher fees and overhead costs of consultancy firms. Flexible Engagement: They can be hired on flexible terms, aligning better with the project’s budget and timeline. 4. Focused Attention: 🧠 Dedicated Focus: Independent PMs are usually dedicated to one project, ensuring a high level of commitment. Client-Centric Approach: Their work is centered around the client's needs and objectives. If you can think of any other benefits then comment them below! I'm keen to hear what the market's view is on this. ~ As as ever, get in touch if you are looking for a new opportunity! 📞 01772 278050 📩 Dominic.case@itworksrec.de

I often wonder why, when recruiting for a 'Senior Project Manager' that companies are totally industry focussed. This is specific to IT, I'm not going to PM building the next bridge over the Thames. Clients want the best of both worlds in CRM/ERP/Finance/HR. Why the nervousness in employing someone who has years of experience and successful delivery? I guess my question is, what do you want out of a PM? Do you want someone who can help your Solution Architect? Someone who can help your development team or the team configuring your system technically? Or do you want someone adept in keeping an eye on progress, budget and making sure your team are glued together. The role of a Senior PM is to manage your project. Ensure that those who are part of the technical delivery team are delivering whilst being looked after and ensuring that Exec are informed and all the good governance stuff that you should know when hiring. Don't stymy your recruiting of PM's by worrying about their technical/Industry experience. Worry about whether or not they can manage your software delivery project, be a team player and make sure it get's delivered. Final note. Make sure they are experienced in giving bad news. It happens. They'll fade off into the background when the news is good.

My 2 cents on the Senior PM hiring process that has been identified: 1.    Industry Focus vs. Skillset: While domain knowledge can be valuable, the core competencies of project management—like leadership, communication, and problem-solving—often outweigh specific industry experience. 2.    Defining the Role: It’s crucial for organizations to clarify their expectations and the specific challenges their projects present. A successful PM should not only facilitate technical tasks but also ensure cohesion within the team and alignment with stakeholders. 3.    Managing Technical and Non-Technical Aspects: Balancing technical oversight with project governance is essential. The ability to liaise effectively between technical teams and executives is a key strength that may not always come from industry-specific experience. 4.    Communication of Bad News: The capacity to deliver difficult messages is critical in project management. A PM who can handle tough conversations with transparency fosters trust and credibility, which can be more beneficial than any technical background. 5.    Encouraging Broader Recruitment Practices: By focusing on proven management skills and the ability to adapt, organizations can tap into a wider talent pool that may bring fresh perspectives and innovative approaches to project delivery.

👥 PROJECT RESOURCES 👥 We regularly see job ads for Project Managers & other Project roles - FT Fixed Term Contract for x months..... We thought you might appreciate some insights to consider before you choose this approach to resource your projects: ❓️ employing 1 individual limits the knowledge, approach and advice to 1 person's perspective and experience ❓️ the knowledge gained by this individual about your business, your new system and your team during the project is lost at the end of their contract ❓️ the hours required throughout the project vary, so you are paying for someone FT to cover peak requirements ❓️other associated costs - time spent on the recruitment process, recruitment fees, oncosts, sick leave, annual leave, HR & Payroll administration, etc 🤔 What if....you could get better value for your $$$$ and: ✅️ access a team of PMO specialists with wide and varied perspectives and experiences ✅️ maintain knowledge gained through an ongoing, long-term relationship ✅️ pay only for the time needed ✅️ remove administrative costs and burden as well as gaining: ✅️ true client advocates ✅️ a team who's sole focus is the success of your project ✅️ an approach that supports aligning your digital strategy to your business strategy Wouldn't you want to find out more? Reach out today to do just that. www.kx2mgtgroup.com #kx2hastheanswers #projectresources #value #businessstrategy

I concur. The role of a PM doesn't change no matter what the industry or team/function involved is. And yet so many industries/teams/functions (looking at you specifically construction - no laborer or skilled specialist wakes up and decides to be a Project Manager one day - their goal is to be a foreman, an architect once they finish school or moving on to something else to pay the bills) insist on asking for an HR expert, CPA that wants a second job apparently for....reason, or an expert in some niche or obscure function that only people already working in said industry would know. In all cases NONE of those people are interested in striving to be a PM. That's not a step up for them. Management roles within their industry is the goal. If someone can steer the ship/lead the troops/insert other cliche here and happen to currently work at a hospital or an insurance company or a bank they are MORE than capable of doing the SAME EXACT WORK ANYWHERE ELSE! It's called translatable skills for a reason. If a PM needs work that doesn't happen to wear a hard hat or run payroll or hire/fire people currently stop dismissing them and holding out for that non-existent day laborer that aspires to be (what any self-aware PM will admit to the role being in reality) a glorfied secretary/babysitter. They don't exist! Wake up Corporate America. You're only hurting yourselves and missing out on skilled workers by pigeon holing yourselves.

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