Iowa Staffing
Project Manager Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our team in Urbandale, Iowa. This long-term contract position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic program that focuses on merging entities onto a wealth management platform. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in managing complex projects, collaborating with diverse teams, and delivering results within established timelines.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage comprehensive project plans using tools such as Project Management software, ensuring milestones and dependencies are clearly defined.
- Coordinate with vendors to align deliverables with organizational needs.
- Facilitate meetings, document key actions, track risks, and manage project dependencies to ensure smooth execution.
- Prepare and deliver weekly status reports for the Executive Steering Committee, supporting business leaders across multiple workstreams.
- Utilize software tools such as Office applications, Teams, and Egnyte to maintain and share project documentation.
- Collaborate effectively with other project managers and stakeholders to meet enterprise objectives and support leadership initiatives.
- Provide timely responses and ensure high-quality deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of project management experience, preferably in financial services or a similar industry.
- Proficiency in formal project management methodologies; PMP certification is highly desirable.
- Hands-on experience with planning, executing, and controlling business-facing deliverables.
- Strong familiarity with Agile Scrum practices and cross-functional project management.
- Expertise in using project management tools for project plan development and dependency tracking.
- Advanced skills in Office Suite and Teams, with experience in managing shared document repositories.
If you are looking for a long-term contract position as a Project Manager for a wealth management company, please APPLY TODAY.