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AGM Tech Solutions

IT - Project Mgr II - Contractor

AGM Tech Solutions, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, us, 15289

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Summary: The main function is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

Job Responsibilities: • Develop integrated baseline project plans applying estimating models, identify resources and skills required, document estimating assumptions, refine plans and manage performance against them. • Recommend best solutions based on understanding of business issues. • Provide task-based schedule and cost forecasts and assist in assessing risk-based provisions. • Capture and track program metrics and perform analysis. • Manage project scope by assessing requirements changes, determining and conveying impact on budget, time and risk. • Manage client expectations, anticipates operational and tactical risks and tracks them. • Clarify, identify, and track requirements and issues, remove barriers, resolve minor project issues and escalate to immediate manager where required. • Manage project closure initiatives, such as client satisfaction survey and closure analysis. • Document and archive project activities, deliverables, tools and findings for future projects

Skills: • Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills. • Basic ability to work independently and manage one's time. • Basic knowledge of circuit boards, processors, electronic equipment and computer hardware and software. • Basic knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. • Basic knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods. • Basic knowledge of computer software, such as Visual Basic, Java, SQL, etc.

Education/Experience: • Bachelor's degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required or equivalent work experience. MBA or other related advanced degree preferred. • PMI or PMP certification preferred. • 3-5 years experience required.