Job Title: Associate Project Manager (CRM
implementations)
Location: New Haven, CT 06473
Duration: Contract to hire (06 to 09 Months CTH)
US citizens and Green Card Holders and those
authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to
sponsor H1b candidates at this time
Job
Description
Overview
- The
Associate Project Manager is responsible for the overall direction,
coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of
specific projects, ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments
and goals.
- This
includes managing resources and coordinating the efforts of team members,
business stakeholders, and third-party contractors or consultants to
deliver projects according to plan, and within defined timelines and
budget.
- The
Associate Project Manager will direct multiple projects involving one or
more project teams utilizing Agile, Waterfall, Iterative, or Hybrid
methodologies.
- The
associate project manager will also define the project’s objectives and
oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.
- Responsible
for preparing and communicating status reports on the health of the
project.
Core
Responsibilities
- Define,
document and successfully complete projects.
- Ensure
that effective project control, change control, risk management, design,
development, and testing processes are maintained.
- Monitor
and control resources, revenue, and capital costs against the project
budget, and manage expectations of all project stakeholders.
- Align
project objectives with company goals and make sure project team is clear
on objectives.
- Work
with Solution Managers to staff initiatives with appropriate skill sets.
- Communicate
project status, progress, and issues effectively and appropriately,
including periodic report creation and distribution.
- Assist
with vendor selection activities, using established RFP process.
- Manage
sprint velocity-related metrics and goals.
- Run
scrum ceremonies, e.g., daily huddles, backlog grooming, sprint planning and
sprint retrospectives to actively manage risks and external dependencies.
- Facilitate
discussion, decision making, and conflict resolution while promoting
joint. accountability for results and problem solving.
- Provide
coordination for smaller efforts and enhancements.
- On-Call
and/or after-hours work required.
Skills
Qualifications
Required:
- Knowledge
of project management methodologies and techniques including Agile,
Waterfall, Iterative, and Hybrid methodologies
- Ability
to contain project scope, and act as owner for all project outcomes
- Knowledge
of Agile techniques: User Stories, Test Driven Development, Continuous
Integration, Continuous Testing, Paired Programming and Automated Testing
- Excellent
oral and written communication skills
- Experience
at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative
environment
- Persuasive,
encouraging, and motivating
- Ability
to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper
management, clients and other departments
- Strong
customer service orientation
- Excellent
listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
- Experience
working in highly fast paced team-oriented, collaborative environment
- Technical
acumen
- Competency
in Microsoft applications including Visio, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and
Outlook
- Basic
Technical understanding of the digital platform, cloud applications, web
services, server-side components and APIs
Education
Required:
- BA
or BS in Business, Project Management, Computer Science, or another
business-related field
- 1-4
years of project management experience
Preferred:
- PMI-ACP
or PMP certification (through PMI)
- Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and/or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification a plus
A reasonable, good faith estimate of the minimum and maximum hourly wage for this position is $40/Hr. to $46/hr.
Benefits of our contractor
At Harvey Nash, we know that great technology professionals deserve great support. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive—professionally and personally. From company-contributed medical, dental, and vision plans to a 401(k), we invest in your health and future. You’ll also enjoy perks like referral bonuses, commuter savings, a mobile payroll app for easy access to your pay and benefits, and a variety of voluntary insurance options to fit your lifestyle. Join a global IT leader that values your expertise, rewards your contributions, and supports your well-being every step of the way.
* The pay range listed above reflects the expected
starting salary /Pay rate for this role. This range may be adjusted based on
market conditions, location, and other relevant factors. The Company will
determine the final starting salary/Pay rate in consultation with the selected
candidate(s), in full compliance with applicable laws
