Job Title: Enterprise Data Senior IT Project Manager
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Employment Type: Full-Time (FTE) or Contract-to-Hire (C2H)/Corp-to-Corp (C2C)
Position Overview:
We are seeking experienced Project Managers to lead and oversee projects in Data Services, MDM, BI, and Data Science. The ideal candidates will have a strong background in data-centric project management and a proven track record of delivering complex projects successfully.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage end-to-end project activities in Data Services, MDM, BI, and Data Science domains.
- Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution and delivery.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
- Communicate project status, updates, and outcomes to stakeholders effectively.
- Ensure adherence to industry best practices, standards, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification preferred.
- 12 to 15 years of project management experience, with a focus on medium to high complexity projects in a matrixed environment.
- 2 to 4 years of experience in team leadership roles.
- 5+ years of experience in software or systems testing and software development.
- Proficiency in managing System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) projects using iterative methodologies.
- Strong analytical skills for budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and quality control.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
- Experience influencing and managing project teams without formal direct reporting relationships.
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with Data Warehouse, Data Science, and Visualization projects.
- Familiarity with agile project management methodologies.
- Knowledge of BI tools and principles.
- Understanding of data governance and compliance standards.