Technical Project Manager
Role: Technical Project Manager
Location: Richmond, VA (Hybrid)
Duration: 12+ Months
Locals only
Must have: Project management experience in software development industry, Experience in Agile tools, Experience in Web and mobile development and cloud migration projects.
Requirements:
10+ years IT experience
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and/or knowledge of and proficiency in project management methodologies.
Ability to manage multiple releases in a time sensitive environment; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
Responsibilities
Program Planning and Strategy:
Develop and maintain a comprehensive program plan outlining key milestones, deliverables, and dependencies.
Collaborate with stakeholders to define the program’s strategic objectives and align them with organizational goals.
Create and communicate a clear vision for the software development program.
Team Leadership:
Lead and motivate cross-functional teams, including software developers, quality assurance engineers, and other supporting roles.
Foster a collaborative and high-performance team culture.
Provide guidance and support to team members, ensuring their professional development.
Project Execution:
Oversee the end-to-end delivery of software development projects, ensuring adherence to project timelines and budgets.
Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies.
Ensure that projects are executed according to industry best practices and quality standards.
Creating and managing Budgets.
Stakeholder Management:
Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, keeping them informed of project status, risks, and changes.
Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, and other relevant stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment with project goals.
Proactively address stakeholder concerns and manage expectations.
Resource Management:
Allocate and manage resources efficiently to meet project requirements.
Work with resource managers to ensure the availability of skilled team members.
Optimize resource utilization and make recommendations for additional resources when necessary.
Quality Assurance:
Collaborate with the quality assurance team to establish and maintain effective testing processes.
Ensure that software products meet high-quality standards and are thoroughly tested before release.
Continuous Improvement:
Identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization within the software development life cycle.
Implement best practices to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the development process. Skills
Proven experience in program management within the software development industry.
Experience in Agile tools is preferred. (JIRA, Confluence, Agile Craft) • Experience in Web and mobile development and cloud migration projects
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
In-depth knowledge of software development methodo
To apply for this job email your details to arjun@empowerprofessionals.com