Tech Project Manager: PM cert, Jira / Confluence required; asset mgmt/investment firm exp a +

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KORE1, a nationwide provider of staffing and recruiting solutions, has an immediate opening for a Tech Project Manager : PM cert, Jira / Confluence required; asset mgmt/investment firm exp a +.

The Technical Project Manager will be responsible for managing, planning and tracking tactical and strategic projects. The Technical Project Manager will focus on cost effectiveness, communication, risk analysis, quality assurance and implementation of highly visible, sensitive and multi-faceted projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex (Agile) initiatives that span one or multiple lines of business.
• Provide on-site leadership for project teams by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones.
• Full project life cycle ownership: successful project delivery will include full implementation from initiation to deployment for one major or several minor initiatives simultaneously.
• Deliver appropriate and effective executive level communication.
• Participate in establishing practices, templates, policies, tools and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the organization.
• Manage the day-to-day project activities and resources and support the Strategic Planning team meetings.
• Provide status reporting regarding project milestones, deliverable, dependencies, risks and issues, communicating across leadership.
• Manage project scope and changes.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
• Define success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project and program life cycle.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in the areas of IT, Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• PMP, Six Sigma Project Management Certification, or relevant cert.
• Financial services industry experience a plus.
• Asset management (investments) or investment banking a big plus.
• 5-7+ years Project Management-relevant work experience with strong Agile project delivery using MS Project, Jira, & Confluence.
• 3-5+ years of work experience in a role requiring interaction with senior leadership (e.g., Director level and above).
• Experience managing operating budgets and/or project financials.
• Ability to create, forecast and manage project plans and delivery.
• Experience with change management (prep / planning).
• Experience with application migrations.
• Personable and ability to communicate effectively with tech and stakeholders.
• Strong written skills to provide high-level updates.
• Well versed in Jira & Confluence required.
• Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, (PowerBI a plus) and SharePoint with experience presenting to stakeholders and / or Senior Leadership.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Requires minimal supervision; models effective leadership skills; communicates effectively with other project team members.
• Works creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment demonstrating teamwork & innovation.
• Listens intently to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions when appropriate, and allowing for professional courtesy in conversations.
• Builds mutual trust and encourages respect and cooperation among team members.
• Proven ability to demonstrate a drive for results and accountability of business needs.
• Proven ability to work in an ambiguous environment and collaborate across multiple areas in order to achieve a common business objective.
• Interpersonal skills to influence and spur change, facilitate and enhance performance within a cross - functional environment.
• Demonstrate decisiveness in resolving business problems, making decisions and identifying priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
• Detail oriented with excellent follow-through skills.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize work and deliverables.
• Influential, focused, and versatile team player that is comfortable under pressure.
• Fast and responsive, deadline driven.
• Take steps to preserve the high confidentiality of strategic business data.

Compensation depends on experience but is typically $40-58/hr W2. However, we are willing to send qualified candidates over budget.

About Kore1

Specializing in professional and technical recruiting, KORE1 is committed to supporting top IT, Engineering, Creative, Scientific, Accounting and Finance professionals in their career paths. We build deep relationships with leading companies, connecting them to exceptional talent every day. With extensive industry expertise and unmatched opportunities, our goal is to provide a unique experience for our contractors and consultants as they prepare for their next role. We are passionate about matching the right people with the right companies.

Kore1 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Kore1 complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Kore1 expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Kore1's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.