Project Manager

As a Project Manager and Team Lead, you will:

• Partner with Project Sponsors and Functional Managers to compile Discovery artifacts such as a Cost Benefit Analysis (CBA), Project Charter, high level Resource Plan, and high-level Milestone Plan to be reviewed to receive Discovery Funding
• Develop and maintain required Detailed Planning artifacts and manage plan execution
• Determine project scope and manage scope execution across multiple projects or programs where scope is subject to change, contains high complexity and high degree of risk, large number of resources, and complex organizational change issues that support complex enterprise or strategic corporate goals
• Develop financial forecasts, record cost variance, anticipate and address delivery challenges, and request budget changes if needed following associated Change Request Process
• Develop high-level milestones during Discovery and develop detailed project schedules during Detailed Planning
• Works with a high degree of autonomy to apply industry leading project and program management knowledge to refine the resource plan, develop a RACI Matrix, conduct a Key-Person Risk Assessment, and Third-Party Support Needs Assessment
• Ensure early identification, resolution, and escalation of project risks through maintenance of Risk and Issue Log and project Pre-Mortem activity
• Drives continuous improvement and efficiencies beyond own scope of responsibility
• Accountable for meeting all business requirements from development through implementation
• General management of and support of local CFPMO resource team, which will consist of mentorship, resource planning, and cross-team collaboration.
• Help create a community and positive environment for the onsite resource team. Address concerns and bridge gaps with US based team.

The Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and expertise
• 5+ years of project management experience
• 3+ years of experience in project management software including but not limited to MS Project, Clarity, and Jira.

The Ideal Qualifications

• 7+ years of project management experience, 3+ within a PMO
• Experience working in Financial Services or similar corporate areas i.e. Insurance
• Proven success in delivering complex long-term projects on time, within budget, and to scope
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies i.e. Agile or Waterfall
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in project management software including but not limited to MS Project, Clarity, and Jira