It Project Manager

Location: 100% Onsite in Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

Interview Process: 3 Step – first round phone screen, onsite interviews to meet the team/leaders

· This will report to the PMO Director at PCCI.

· Some experience with SAP or a background in logistics/supply chain is ideal.

· Must have strong soft skills – will be interfacing with C-suite/stakeholder regularly.

Responsibilities:-

Project Planning and Execution:

· Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.

· Develop a comprehensive project plan, including timelines, resource allocation, and dependencies.

· Identify and mitigate risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle in a timely and productive manner.

· Monitor project progress, track milestones, and ensure adherence to established schedules and budgets.

· Coordinate and communicate project status updates to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment.

Team Leadership and Collaboration:

· Lead cross-functional teams involved in application and infrastructure projects, providing guidance and support.

· Foster a collaborative and high-performing project team environment.

· Facilitate effective communication and ensure all team members are aligned on project objectives.

· Coordinate with external vendors and partners, as necessary, to achieve project goals.

Stakeholder Management:

· Engage and collaborate with stakeholders to understand their requirements and expectations.

· Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders in a timely and effective manner.

· Build strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring their needs are addressed and expectations are managed.

· Obtain stakeholder feedback and incorporate it into project plans and decisions.

Quality Assurance and Risk Management:

· Ensure quality assurance processes are executed to ensure successful project implementation.

· Develop and implement risk management strategies to minimize project risks.

· Proactively identify and address potential project risks and issues.

Organizational Change Management

· Stakeholder Analysis: Identify and analyze the various stakeholders who will be impacted by the change. Understand their concerns, expectations, and potential resistance to change.

· Change Impact Assessment: Assess the impact of the proposed changes on the organization, including processes, systems, culture, and individuals. Identify potential risks and challenges associated with the change.

· Change Strategy Development: Develop a comprehensive change management strategy that aligns with the project goals and objectives.

· Communication Planning: Develop a communication plan to effectively communicate the changes to all stakeholders.

· Change Readiness Assessment: Evaluate the readiness of the organization and its employees to embrace the proposed changes.

· Facilitate smooth transitions and ensure that employees, stakeholders, and the organization as a whole are prepared for and adapt to the changes effectively.

Continuous Improvement:

· Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.

· Conduct project retrospectives to capture lessons learned and apply them to future projects.

· Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and project management methodologies.

Must Haves:

· 7-10 years of experience as a Project Manager.

· Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.

· Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and influence teams.

· Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

· Solid understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and application development processes.

· Experience in risk management, quality assurance, and stakeholder management.

Plusses:

· Experience in organizational change management is highly desired.

· Experience in leading SAP related projects is a plus

· PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent is highly desirable.

· Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110.00 - $130.00 per year

Experience level:

• 10 years
• 7 years
• 8 years
• 9 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: In person