Job Description

Manifest Solutions is currently seeking an IT Project Manager for an onsite position in Gahanna, OH.

• Verify project scope and determine methods of managing and controlling for highly complex projects and programs.
• Plan, estimate, schedule and trend the project.
• Estimate, budget and control project cost.
• Develop, implement and manage quality assurance programs.
• Identify and manage project risk.
• Develop and manage procurement plans for highly complex projects and programs.
• Manage Programs.
• Directs team members on project management skills and techniques.
• Ensures team collaboration, as required, via coaching and development of team members.
• Serves as program manager of highly complex programs including the supervision of sub-team project managers.
• Designs structure of highly complex programs through sub-project formation
• Promotes continuous improvement within the project team.
• Ownership of project financials and vendor management

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, OR Associate's degree with 2 years of related technical/project management experience.OR High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of related business or technical/project management experience.
• Minimum 8 years (in addition to any educational experience in lieu of degree as identified above) IT and Business combined experience including work in one or more of these areas: project management, Agile Framework, major construction, or engineering.
• Certification aligned with project management discipline.

Additional Requirements:

• 7–10+ years IT Project Management
• Strong vendor/SOW management + financial tracking
• Proven delivery of complex, cross-functional programs
• Experience with executive communication and governance forums
• Experience with multiple project types (e.g., in-house development, vendor, off-shore) is expected.
• Knowledge and experience using multiple project management frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Waterfall) is expected.
  
• financial + vendor mgmt experience
  
• Experience leading large, cross-functional initiatives
• Clear example of risk identification and mitigation
• Communicates effectively with peers, business partners, all levels of management and executives.
• Ability to work within a structured intake/prioritization model
• Experience in high-volume, multi-project environments
• Self-directed; minimal oversight required
• Strong communication with:
  • Business stakeholders
  • IT teams
  • Leadership (Director-level and above)