Job Description

TCI has an immediate need for an IT Project Manager in Frankfort, KY. This is NOT a Corp2Corp opportunity. This is a long-term contract opportunity with the possibility of hire. Remote work considered for candidates residing in Eastern Time Zone.

NOTE: This position requires US Citizenship.

SUMMARY

The IT Project Manager is responsible for the management of the project work by facilitating communication with the business unit/customer, project team, and other stakeholders as necessary related to requirements and proposed solution for the project. The Project Manager will manage projects in accordance with the client's documented project life cycle, the foundation of which is built around the practice of team collaboration. The Project Manager must be customer facing, have a professional appearance, energetic personality and utilize effective communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leading multiple teams in the delivery of high-quality software solutions that meet business needs, demonstrating consistent results.
• Lead the development team through the Working phase of the project by leading Daily Standup meetings, researching and answering questions about the defined work, and assisting in technical roadblocks - escalating as defined in the project’s technical escalation process.
• Employ and ensure the adherence to an iterative development methodology; assisting, as needed, in the effort of defining features, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• As requested by the BA, assist in the management of user stories (requirements) and clearly communicate to the business and technical team members what is needed.
• Ask probing questions to fully understand user stories with the ability to provide feedback on possible implications of any and all requests.
• Accurately and concisely articulate issues, questions, and recommendations to business stakeholders, team members, and management.
• Work with the business unit to manage the expectations for project completion.
• Creating task-level project plans to organize cross-functional teams.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree with a focus in IT or equivalent combination of experience/knowledge
• 2-3 years of experience working with businesses to identify and document IT needs and facilitate solutions.
• Experience and comfort with project management, project planning, and documentation.
• Knowledge of and experience with agile process.
• Strong decision-making, conflict resolution, and facilitation skills.
• Detail oriented with advanced problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently/self-reliant and show initiative with minimum supervision.
• Ability to quickly learn new technology and apply appropriately to business situations.
• Ability to work under pressure; meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Must be able to effectively and comfortably communicate with all types of individuals from the customer technical expert to the customer executive management.
• Remote work is considering for candidates located in Eastern Time Zone only.
• This position requires US Citizenship.

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