Project Manager

Project Manager

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Project Manager opportunity in Frisco, TX!

Position Title: Project Manager

Location: Frisco, TX

Anticipated Start Date: 07/14

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 11+ months contract + Renewable

Job Type: [FULL TIME (>%3D40 HRS WEEKLY) [CONTRACT], [ONSITE]

Pay Range: $70 - $80/hr

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

The work you will do varies depending on the project, as well as your capabilities and experience.

Project Managers are critical contributors to our team, and handle a combination of: Driving project scoping definition, schedule planning, budgeting tracking, working in Smartsheet, managing all aspects of meetings and deadlines scheduling and deliverables, and leading high performance project teams.

Manage projects within scope, quality, time, and cost constraints, and build strong relationships with Global Cybersecurity partners and project teams in IT and in the BUs.

Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and project demands.

Form strong project team relationships by leading and motivating team members, identifying and resolving blocks and conflicts.

Coordinate efforts of team members, ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately and up to date in File shares and Smartsheet.

Manage project scope by ensuring any changes are documented and approved through established change control process.

Proactively identify project issues and risks and create successful action plans for resolving issues and mitigating risks.

Track and report on project milestones and provide weekly status report updates to Cybersecurity team and leadership.

Continually seek opportunities to increase client satisfaction and strengthen relationships.

WHAT YOU HAVE DONE:

BS degree in a related technical field.

5+ years of experience managing large, complex and transformative programs and projects such as software development, data center migrations or cloud computing strategies.

PMP certification and prior experience in professional services working with enterprise clients a plus.

In-depth experience with key practices, processes and methodologies applicable to project management.

Strong business acumen, with experience working in a variety of industries and business areas.

Must have demonstrated aptitude to understand a variety of technical domains and strategies regarding opportunities, challenges, risks and business impact.

Strong facilitation skills with demonstrated experience leading project sessions, partnering with geographically dispersed teams, and identifying/resolving project and team risks and conflicts.

Highly organized with proven ability to handle multiple, competing priorities simultaneously and make things happen in fast-paced, dynamic environments.

Demonstrated experience in working in unstructured environments, excellent attitude and teamwork skills with the ability to motivate and work well with others.

Agile approach in personal work style, with ability to be flexible and adept in dealing with and resolving ambiguity.

Track record of building successful relationships, internally and externally.

Detailed oriented with a flair for problem solving.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Keywords:

Cybersecurity

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 240274 when responding to this ad.

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