Ten (10+) years’ experience project management experience including developing project schedules, managing team resources, creating work breakdown structures, estimating size and effort for new deployment projects.
Solid understanding of PMO, SDLC and governance best practices.
Ability to effectively apply project management methodologies and enforce project standards.
Self-starter who can dive in to complex projects and take it forward with minimal supervision.
Proficient with project management s/w tools as well as other productivity tools including: MS Office, Project, Visio, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.
Excellent communications skills (interpersonal, presentation, verbal and written)
Ability to direct and drive complex project efforts to completion.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to provide competent and proactive leadership.
Ability to establish cross-functional, collaborative relationships with business and technology partners.
Sound business acumen and good judgment.
Ability to negotiate and influence at all levels of the organization.
Flexibility, interest and ability to work in a fast-paced environment on mission critical projects.
Possess excellent technical aptitude and a desire to learn constantly.
Knowledge of infrastructure concepts and experience with managing technology projects; familiarity with ITSM methodologies (e.g. ITIL).
Experience working in an IT outsourcing environment and/or managing IT service provider(s).
Experience implementing projects using Agile methodologies a plus.