Director, Project Management

The Director, Project Management

works closely with the Technology Portfolio & Programme Management Office, PI IT, R&D and Business Owners.

manages resources in order to plan, estimate and carry out programmes of work to time, budget and quality targets and in accordance with appropriate standards, methods and procedures.

facilitates improvements by changing approaches and working practices, typically using recognized models, best practices, standards and methodologies.

Provides advice, assistance and leadership in improving the quality of technology, by focusing on process definition, management, repeatability and measurement.

identifies plans and coordinates of a set of related projects within a programme of business change, to manage their interdependencies in support of specific business strategies and objectives.

maintains a strategic view over the set of projects, providing the framework for implementing business initiatives, or large-scale change, by conceiving, maintaining and communicating a vision of the outcome of the programme and associated benefits.

identifies the vision, and the means of achieving it as the programme progresses. The Director Project Management works with business on agreement of business requirements and translation of requirements into operational plans.

determines, monitors, and reviews of programme / project scope, costs, and schedule, programme / project resources, inter-dependencies and programme project risk.QualificationsExperience and skills: High level of business and financial acumen, with proven ability to manage scope, timeline, budget, risk, etc.Outstanding organizational skills and time management skills, with ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlinesExceptional written, verbal, interpersonal and communication skills with demonstrated team-building experienceStrong technical, analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to determine level and method of communication required for diverse audience, and ability to adapt communication styleMature leadership skills, following the “servant-leader” methodologyDemonstrates significant levels of initiative and self-confidence, is adaptable and is able to cope with changing and evolving priorities while working in fast paced, time sensitive environmentSolid proficiency in Microsoft Project and other project management tools and methodologies, including knowledge of and ability to utilize implementation methodologies and deliverable templates (Resource Plan; Work Plan; Test Plan; Implementation Plan; etc.)Ability to establish effective working relationships and contribute in a team environmentAbility to engage in Strategic thinking and decision making beyond the project level Demonstrated history and success managing multiple, complex software development projects Advanced knowledge and practice of Agile Project Management methodologies; understanding of Waterfall and Scaled Agile methodologies preferredEducation:BS/MS Business/Engineering or applicable disciplineMinimum of 7 years proven project management experience managing concurrent, large scale technology projects which include business process, technology and training deliverablesPMP (or equivalent) Certification desiredAgile Certification desiredScaled Agile Certification desired