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TalentBurst

IT Project Management Specialist

TalentBurst, Memphis, Tennessee, us, 37544

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Job Title: IT Project Management Specialist Location: Memphis, TN 38125 or Dallas, TX Duration: 12 Months Only W2 Accepted Payrate: $40.70/hr. on W2

Description: **This position is Contract to Hire and Open to Memphis/Dallas/Remote**

Prescreening questions must be answered Describe your expectations for your ideal work environment with your project management style. How many small enhancement projects have you directly managed simultaneously? What was your approach to successfully handle and ensure we meet deadlines/commitments? Describe your experience working with project managing BI/Datawarehouse or similar projects.

Manager's Notes: REQUIRED SKILLS Good Project management experience Hands-on currently and ability to manage multiple projects as sole PM Self-starter, self-motivated who have done complex projects, Experience working in Waterfall methodology BI/DW Project Management Working with various functional teams Knowledge of data analysis with strong Excel skills Good documentation skill Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills nalytical and interpretive skills

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To develop and manage project assignments through completion; to communicate results; to make recommendations to management; and to ensure process compliance/oversight.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Identifies required resources; researches project data, procedures and history for a thorough understanding of project direction. Generate and analyze statistical data reports. Develops, prepares and manages project plans through completion. Communicates activity progress to involved parties. Resolves issues that arise involving stakeholders, when appropriate. Transitions program to management personnel. Participate in oral presentations. Develops and provides training as needed. Ensures required release materials are completed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES dministers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations. Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions. Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance. ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Performs other duties as assigned. Supports the organization's quality program(s). Travel as required.

QUALIFICATIONS Education & Licensing Bachelor's degree with major in Business Administration, Statistics, or Quantitative Analysis from an accredited college or university preferred. Computer Sciences courses preferred. Experience Six (6) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required two (2) years of general business experience with emphasis on data analysis or planning.

Skills & Knowledge Knowledge of related field procedures or insurance-related procedures and/or managed care systems and operations Good knowledge of project management Knowledge of data analysis with strong Excel skills Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills PC literate, including Microsoft Office products nalytical and interpretive skills Good organizational skills Good interpersonal skills Good negotiation skills bility to work in a team environment bility to meet or exceed Performance Competencies WORK ENVIRONMENT When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations. Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking NOTE: Credit security clearance, confirmed vi background credit check, is required for this position. The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.