Senior IT Project Manager

11 Apr 2024

Vacancy expired!

NO sub-contracting! Direct W/2's only need to apply. Must be able to be onsite for one day, once a month TBD (locations to be announced at a later time-But West coast for sure)Need: Senior IT Project Manager

Senior Project Manager for Aspire Rollout Location: San Francisco, CA (based in PST)

Purpose The regional/local PMO lead ensures that local Project Management processes/practices are in place to meet the project deliverables, outcomes and schedule.Whilst Aspire is the roll out of a Global Template, the local deployment can be complex with significant local activities (E.g., Legacy developments, testing, data cleanse/provision, Change Management deliverables) and as such a local project and associated disciplines are required.The local PMO will work initially with the Aspire Global Deployment PMO to establish the outline plan framework and to understand core dependencies/critical path and dependencies on QA/compliance and OCM. Subsequently, all local activities, deliverables and dependencies will be included to ensure a comprehensive plan with a clear local critical path.The Local PMO will then be in a position to support the local Deployment Lead and work streams in their activities and to ensure clear x-site communications, updates and reporting. The PMO lead will also ensure all work streams are adequately supported/coached in order that they are clear on reporting and project management expectations

Key Responsibilities/TasksPlanning and SchedulingWork with Core PMO to ensure clear framework plan is understoodDevelop a comprehensive local project plan with clear critical path and relevant contingency definedUses the ASPIRE deliverables list as basis for the project plan and defines additional deliverables if needed (locally or regionally)Ensure all work streams are represented in the plan and understand and commit to the planEnsure project management methodology is in place in a timely manner and the team is trained/coached in how to use it.Troubleshooting, i.e. the ability to bring team together to resolve challenges to progressEnsure that all acceptance criteria are known and measured (as this will be key in the later phases where the gates and checkpoints come thick and fast.)Define all “stage gates” ensuring PMO and compliance elements incorporatedImplement local status reporting for project activitiesImplement relevant RAID processesComply with Core PMO reporting expectations. Ensure clarity on reporting and escalation needsEnsure Change Control is in place (in terms of deliverable/timing changes between core/local)1. Key RelationshipsReports to Local / Regional Deployment LeadSupports all local streams (Business and IT) in all aspects of project management and reportingDotted line reporting to Global Deployment PMO to ensure all framework activities are aligned and to ensure ongoing and effective communication/status updates <>Requirements</>

ExperienceProject Management/PMO in large complex projectsExperience in Leadership rolesUnderstanding of ERP / SAP, deliverables and the compliance needs/implications

Knowledge/Skills/CompetenciesThis role is going to have to work under pressure and balance many activities at the same time. The person is going to need to be both flexible and resilient.Excellent communication skills. The role requires clear direction locally, but also will involve global/above site engagement for both straightforward communication, and also influencing,Ideally experience of multi-site/global projectsAbility to work in a matrix environment. Controlling/developing PMO deliverables and supporting other streams as appropriateAbility to understand the nature of risks and promote/support appropriate mitigationsCoaching/supporting streamsAbility to influence, esp. within a global team environmentAbility to work within a multicultural environment

  • ID: #38462471
  • State: California Southsanfrancisco 94080 Southsanfrancisco USA
  • City: Southsanfrancisco
  • Salary: $105 - $108
  • Job type: Contract
  • Showed: 2022-04-11
  • Deadline: 2022-06-07
  • Category: Et cetera