·Lead large, complex strategic projects or programs, assuming accountability for delivering results
·Manage
project/program team, including other project managers, and external
resources
·Develop
project plans, budgets, scope, timelines, outcomes, and deliverables using PMO tools and templates
·Identify,
manage, and resolve inter-project/program dependencies, working with other PMs
and stakeholders
·Conduct
analyses to estimate and track project costs and budgets
·Create
and maintain project/program operating model, including working with key
stakeholders and steering committees
·Define
resource requirements and negotiate availability with resource managers
·Manage
vendor relationships to align vendor schedules, costs, and deliverables with
the overall project plan
·Establish,
maintain, and update project risk log. Resolve project issues and escalate as
appropriate
·Manage
project change control and follow existing policies
·Ensure
project-related documentation is accurate and complete
Requirements
·Master's degree in business, technology or related field preferred
·7+
years of progressive project management leadership experience
·PMI
or equivalent certification preferred
·Thorough
knowledge of project and program management theories, models, and techniques
·Demonstrated
success applying project management concepts and techniques across large,
mission-critical projects/programs
·Strong
communication and presentation skills across all levels of the organization
·Demonstrated
analytical skills, including problem solving and critical thinking, with
attention to detail
·Ability
to facilitate meetings and manage difficult conversations with tact and
diplomacy
·Ability
to gain and maintain credibility at all levels of the organization
·Understanding
of business process improvement and change management desired