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Smith Johnson Tech · 6 days ago

IT Software Application Project Manager

Sandy, UT

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Smith Johnson Tech is a great organization that offers contract-to-hire opportunities. The IT Software Application Project Manager will lead and manage information-system projects, ensuring they meet business objectives and are executed efficiently.

Information TechnologyProfessional ServicesRecruitingStaffing Agency

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Sue Loveless-Anderton -CSP®, TSC℠

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate project efforts, including scoping, estimation, resource allocation, schedule creation, budget creation, task execution, status tracking and reporting, issue management, risk management, and change management

Coordinate integration and development of system applications to meet business needs and enhance efficiency

Coordinate and monitor work of cross functional teams, ensuring that project steps are aligned with business objectives, schedule and budget

Able to manage large, complex projects with little to no supervision or guidance. Self-motivated and able to take initiative to dig into the details. Able to challenge and clarify assumptions

Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards

Conduct post-project evaluations and identify successful and unsuccessful project practices

Manage both waterfall and agile methodology projects

Accountable for the coordination and application of appropriate project management techniques and methodologies to increase probability of project success

Responsible for facilitating communication among all involved parties

Responsible for coordination of project efforts to maximize efficiency of resources

Qualification

Software Development Life CycleIT InfrastructureProject ManagementProject Management SoftwareVendor IntegrationsInfluential LeadershipInterpersonal RelationsTeam BuildingWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTime ManagementProblem SolvingNegotiationAdaptabilityEmotional IntelligenceConflict ResolutionCritical Thinking

Required

MUST BE CURRENTLY LIVING IN UTAH, HAVE A GREEN CARD OR US CITIZEN, NO 3RD PARTIES PLEASE

At least eight years of experience managing complex software development and implementation projects

Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, software development, and vendor integrations

Strong skills in influential leadership, written and verbal communications, interpersonal relations, managing expectations, organization, time management, multi-tasking, problem solving, negotiation, adaptability, emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, team building, escalation, and critical thinking

A certification, such as Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) or demonstrated knowledge of project management principles described in the PMBOK

Proficiency in project management software tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Confluence, other), methodologies, and best practices

Also proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Demonstrated understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Willingness to work with technical teams on technical aspects of project deliverables

8+ years of experience managing complex software development and implementation projects

Get along really well with people (relationships/EQ)

Quick study (able to get in and understand appropriate detail in new knowledge domains)

Strong PM skills and strong experience in complex software development and vendor implementations

Bachelor's Degree