Homeoffice Sr. Project Manager bei Akima, LLC
Akima, LLC · North Bethesda, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Remote
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Work Where it Matters
Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ADM, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, ADM provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, ADM delivers agile and innovative cloud and IT services and solutions that enable mission dominance.
As an ADM employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Description:Akima Data Management (ADM), an Akima, LLC company provides turnkey solutions that offer better systems, tools, and methods to further your goals, reduce costs, and streamline operations. From requirements analysis, design, and implementation to operations and training ADM’s personnel are well-versed in best practices across Enterprise IT, Mission Support Services, and Specialized Technologies.
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior IT Project Manager to lead, plan, and execute complex technology projects from initiation to completion. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a proven track record of delivering large-scale IT projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will be responsible for managing cross-functional teams, communicating with stakeholders at all levels, and ensuring that project outcomes align with our strategic business objectives. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!
Responsibilities:- Project Planning & Execution: Lead the planning and implementation of enterprise-level IT projects, including defining scope, goals, deliverables, and resource requirements.
- Team Leadership: Assemble and lead dedicated project teams, providing direction, motivation, and support throughout the project lifecycle. Mentor junior project managers and team members.
- Budget & Schedule Management: Develop and manage detailed project budgets, schedules, and work breakdown structures. Proactively track project costs and performance to ensure completion within the approved timeline and budget.
- Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues. Develop contingency plans to minimize project disruptions.
- Stakeholder Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders. Prepare and deliver clear status reports, presentations, and project documentation to executive leadership and team members.
- Vendor Management: Manage relationships with third-party vendors and contractors, ensuring they meet their contractual obligations and quality standards.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure that all project deliverables are of high quality and meet the defined business requirements and technical specifications.
- Process Improvement: Drive the adoption of project management best practices and contribute to the continuous improvement of our project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
- Project Closure: Oversee the successful closure of projects, including conducting post-mortems, documenting lessons learned, and ensuring a smooth transition to operational teams.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 7+ years of progressive experience in IT project management, with at least 3 years managing large, complex enterprise-wide projects.
- PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is required.
- Expert knowledge of both Agile (Scrum, Kanban) and traditional Waterfall project management methodologies and tools.
- Proven experience managing project budgets exceeding $[Amount] and leading teams of [Number]+ members.
- Proficiency with project management software such as Jira, Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or a similar tool.
- Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree (MBA or MS in Technology Management) is a plus.
- Experience in [mention specific industry, e.g., software development, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, government contracting].
- Additional certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), PMI-ACP, or ITIL.
- Demonstrated experience managing projects involving cloud technologies (AWS, Azure), ERP systems, or large-scale software implementations.
- Must be a US citizen and/or green card holder and be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.
- Experience in [mention specific industry, e.g., software development, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, government contracting].
- Additional certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), PMI-ACP, or ITIL.
- Demonstrated experience managing projects involving cloud technologies (AWS, Azure), ERP systems, or large-scale software implementations.
- Prior FDA experience is a huge plus
- Must be a US citizen and/or green card holder and be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.
