Project Management

Job Description
Title:
Intermediate Project Manager

Location:
Remote (Canada
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Reports To:
Delivery Director

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This is a Limited Term Contact with a duration of 14 months
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The Role
The Project Manager is responsible for communication of status, reporting, risk management, escalation of issues that cannot be resolved in the team, and, in general, ensuring the project is delivered on budget, on schedule, and within scope.

Responsibilities

• Develop/manage full-scale project plans and communication documents using appropriate tools provided
• Logically organize the work, so it is executed effectively and managed to the schedule
• Initiate resource requests and update as required. Make optimal use of resources
• Track, manage, update and control issues. Understand how to assess, document and manage internal and external project risks; develop contingencies and mitigation plans
• Maintain focus on budget, and communicate or escalate if estimated costs are at risk. Understand and manage potential budget impact per contractual obligations and SLAs. Understand how to use project management tools and techniques related to cost planning and estimating. Understand and explain the root causes for variance
• Clearly understand the scope, identify changes early, and execute change approval procedures
• Set achievable project objectives; maintain a positive outlook; take responsibility; make decisions; and provide constructive feedback. Can strategize, inspire and motivate team members to achieve a common goal
• Work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Ensure project documents are completed, labelled and stored
• Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors and influence positive action and accountability. Within a team structure, understand and know how to share information and best practices, delegate responsibility and promote support and interaction. Maintain a high level of trust with team members
• Project status reports are prepared and reviewed as required with appropriate details and distributed weekly
• Consistently communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders
• Operational management in ensuring quality planning, delivery & execution of the project
• Manages key relationships with internal & external executives, business, procurement and vendor teams
• Conduct final project lessons learned recommendations report to identify successful and unsuccessful project outcomes

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science.
• 5-7 years of project management experience; in both Agile and Waterfall. Experienced with software development principles along with a demonstrated ability to lead distributed teams consisting of technologists and business representatives.
• Experience as a member of a high performing team working in a fast-paced enterprise software development environment while demonstrating a strong ability to balance multiple priorities and respond to urgent issues and changes in product priorities
• Ability to understand the line of business, product/project domain and its relationship to the overall client portfolio. Experience in a web/data project manager role, or equivalent experience leading development teams. Strong understanding of development process (full SDLC), including an understanding of applicable IT Infrastructure and regulatory directives
• Superior analytical, evaluative and problem-solving abilities. Ability to analyze and identify problems, evaluate alternatives, find a solution; and make informed decisions
• Ability to manage approval and sign-off, allocate project resources, and manage priorities and schedule conflicts to enable efficient decision making
• Ability to use active listening skills to read situations quickly, settle disputes equitably, and negotiate agreements. Looks for a win-win agreement that can be understood and accepted by the project team.
• Communicate timely, tactfully, concisely, and candidly, simplify jargon and make required stakeholders aware of all issues. Encourage interactive communication; be receptive to both positive and constructive feedback, and listen to team members and customers.
• Manages key relationships with internal & external executive, business and vendor teams. Understand who the stakeholder is and what the stakeholder's needs are; to be able to set realistic expectations and to reach an agreement with the business from the project onset.
• Proficient PC skills using Microsoft Tools. Ability to understand and apply established policies and procedures, corporate tools and technical requirements
• Effective negotiator using positive win/win strategy, applying negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders, team members, and vendors
• Effectively leverages technical and business expertise to optimize team delivery
• Ability to travel based on assigned project

J.D. Power
is a global leader in consumer insights, advisory services and data and analytics. A pioneer in the use of big data, artificial intelligence (AI) and algorithmic modeling capabilities to understand consumer behavior, J.D. Power has been delivering incisive industry intelligence on customer interactions with brands and products for more than 50 years. The world's leading businesses across major industries rely on J.D. Power to guide their customer-facing strategies.

The Role:

"Seeking an experienced Project Manager with strong skills in project planning, execution, and stakeholder management. The ideal candidate will have expertise in leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and delivering projects on time and within scope. Proven experience in Agile and Waterfall methodologies with excellent communication abilities are essential."

The Impact You Will Have In This Role
Their leadership will enhance departmental efficiency, align project outcomes with strategic goals, and foster collaboration across teams, ultimately contributing to the company's growth and operational excellence.

What You'll Be Doing In This Role
List of tasks related to this role

• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure project goals are met.
• Manage project budgets, monitor expenses, and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to avoid project delays.
• Ensure all project activities meet quality standards and comply with company policies.
• Provide regular status updates and reports to stakeholders and senior management.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among team members and departments.
• Oversee the project's progress from initiation to closure, ensuring successful delivery.
• Continuously assess and improve project management processes for future projects.

Qualifications Of This Role
Demonstrable experience in
leading end-to-end project delivery, managing cross-functional teams, and executing complex projects.

Have worked in
technology-driven businesses or industries such as IT or software development, with a focus on delivering innovative solutions.

Education
: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science is required with PMP, PRINCE2, or ITIL certification preferred.

With responsibility for
managing significant, high-volume projects in a fast-paced environment, with accountability for decision-making.

Software experience in
project management tools such as Microsoft Project and Jira, as well as experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

The Hiring Manager Says
We're looking for a dynamic Project Manager who can take ownership of our most critical projects from start to finish. This role is essential in driving our business forward, and we're seeking someone with a proven track record in delivering complex projects on time and within budget, all while fostering collaboration across teams

Company Mission
J.D. Power is clear about what we do to ensure our success into the future. We unite industry leading data and insights with world-class technology to solve our clients' toughest challenges.

Our Values
At J.D. Power, we strive to be Truth Finders, Change Makers and Team Driven - the distinct behaviors that, together, define our unique culture.

J.D. Power is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

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