IT Project Manager

Description:Job Title: IT Project ManagerLocation: Portland, ORDuartion:8 plus months
Description:
Working Job Title: IT Project Manager
Brief Job Description: The Project Manager’s main project will be managing the migrating our on-premises call center technologies suite to the cloud. There are also opportunities to support various projects from inception through completion in Customer Application Space. Depending on the specific project they are assigned, they will be expected to shepherd through internal processes as well as production release across our various Teams.
Is this role associated with a project? If yes, please provide a short description of the project: The initial project will be transitioning a Call Center Application to the Cloud. This Project will migrate the Cisco phone system and supporting 3rd party applications to the Cisco Cloud.
What is the size of the team this resource will be working with? 6-8 person development teams, managing third party vendors and large groups of stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
• Plan and organize project tasks based on priorities and deadlines, communicating with others involved in the project as needed• Track and monitor the progress of projects to ensure that deadlines are met and objectives are accomplished• Communicate with stakeholders and team members on a regular basis to ensure that everyone is on the same page regarding project status• Coordinate with other members of the project team and across divisions• Coordinate with vendors to ensure that all materials are available for projects• Work with clients to determine their needs and wants so that projects can be designed accordingly• Ensure that all team members have the resources needed for their tasks, such as software and equipment• Manage the budget and finances of projects, creating reports of spending and adjusting when needed
Skills / Qualifications:
• 5+ years working in software environment• Experience managing software development projects in the $1M-$2M range• Experience with managing call center technologies• Experience with managing the SDLC processes and required documentation• Experience with MS project and Smartsheet• Can do attitude and comfortable managing multiple high priorities simultaneously• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to establish rapport with colleagues• Knowledge of Jira or Similar Agile management systems preferred• Project Management /Scrum master certification in Agile, Scaled Agile or PMI certification preferred
Approximate hrs/week: 40
Open to non-local candidates: Yes