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RESPONSIBILITIES:Kforce has a client that is seeking a Project Manager in Boca Raton, FL.
Essential Functions: Project Manager develops comprehensive project plans, including setting targets for milestones and deliverables according to established business objectives and adhering to deadlines Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates business systems and user needs in order to properly define scope and performs gap analyses/develop process maps to determine optimal short term/long term paths to execution Collaborates with Team Leads/Managers/Vendors to translate business requirements into optimized information technology solutions based on the practical needs of the end users Works directly with internal stakeholders and aligned vendor partners, serving as key point of contact and liaison for communications and ensuring team's actions remain in synergy Makes effective decisions when presented with multiple options for how to progress with the project As a Project Manager, you implement new solutions driven by changes in the business, as well as troubleshoots and enhances existing information technology solutions Performs quality control on the projects throughout development; Reviews and secures approval for technical and functional documents and artifacts as deemed required for IT Governance and SDLC of the project and/or team Monitors and measures change using appropriate verification techniques; adjusts schedules and targets on the projects as needs or financing for the projects change Maintains healthy relationships with third parties/vendor partners Project Manager effectively manages project efforts, including scope/budget/resource management, time management (activities & task planning), communications and progress reporting, risk management, testing, user training and change management, moves to production in compliance with company standards, and transition to ongoing maintenance and support Performs other related duties as assignedREQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, General Information Technology, or a related field Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in project management/business analysis with software development project or a relevant combination of education and experience Exposure to vendor relationship management required Proven extensive experience in project management; Thorough working knowledge of the SDLC models/methodologies, IT systems and their direct application to projects Strong vendor management skills Leadership and management skills in leading technical personnel through the delivery of software development projects Strong business and systems analysis skills, troubleshooting skills, and experience with numerous environments and architectures Demonstrated solid organizational skills including multitasking and attention to detail skills through prior experience at the strategic and tactical/implementation levels Excellent internal client and vendor facing communication skills Strong analytical and planning skills/experience with IT projects & use of various project management tools Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Preferred: PMP certification and formal training in negotiation/facilitation skills Preferred: Six Sigma (Green Belt/Black Belt) certifications is a plus Preferred: Agile/Scrum master certification or understandingKforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.