Project Manager - Cloud & Infrastructure

Status updates internally and externally are expected on a weekly basis, with project close out and profitability reports due at the end of each project.

Responsibilities

• Creates and executes project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Explains and presents complex ideas.
• Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
• Prepares for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.
• Reviews deliverables prepared by team before passing to client.

• Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope.
• Manages own time and that of others; develops plans for work activities over the medium/long term.
• Identifies resources needed and individual responsibilities.
• Effectively applies our methodology and enforces project standards.
• Uses knowledge to focus work and drive improvements.

• Minimizes our exposure and risk on projects.
• Anticipates potential objections and prepares the case accordingly.
• Anticipates internal/external business issues and developments.
• Anticipates patterns and links; looks beyond the immediate problem to the wider implications.

• Possesses a general understanding in the areas of network, server, virtualization, and desktop design.
• Maintains awareness of new and emerging technologies and the potential application on client engagements.

• Tracks and reports project team hours on a weekly basis.
• Manages project budget.
• Follows up with clients, when necessary, regarding change orders.
• Manages costs, profitability, and utilization for assigned projects.
• Prepares cost and profitability reporting, actual versus budget, including analysis.

• Manages day-to-day client interaction on projects.
• Sets and manages client expectations.
• Develops lasting relationships with client personnel that foster client ties.
• Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships.

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Five plus years of experience as a Project Manager
• Experience across a broad spectrum of IT project requirements and solutions
• Previous work managing projects for external clients
• Solving problems with political agility
• Experience with project management tools and methodologies
• Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP), optional

• Health insurance coverage with Vision and Dental options
• Mileage and business expense reimbursement
• 401k plan
• Paid holidays and vacation