Project Manager - Infrastructure

Genesis10 is seeking a Project Manager (IT): III (Senior). This is a long-term contract position with a client located in Columbus, OH.

Compensation: $65.00-75.00/HR W2

Job Description:

The Senior Project Manager position will be responsible for the management of projects as part of a comprehensive program of IT infrastructure systems integration workstreams that are essential for the successful execution of the client's growth through acquisition strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Translate the high-level business case for the acquisition's IT component into a detailed roadmap for assigned projects focused on infrastructure consolidation that could include but not be limited to networks, data centers, servers, storage, cloud environments, and end-user solutions.
• Own the critical path for all infrastructure activities for assigned projects required to ensure that the newly acquired bank's employees, systems, and customers can operate without disruption to and through Legal Day One and Conversion Day One milestones.
• Prepare and deliver transparent and concise project updates to technology executive leadership and other stakeholders.
• Take strategic direction the IT infrastructure systems integration Program Manager as it relates to the tactical execution of assigned projects (e.g., network integration, data center infrastructure decommissioning, retail branch conversion, etc.)
• Responsible for working with the IT infrastructure systems integration Program Manager and your project team members to drive the coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of assigned project efforts.
• Actively facilitate and participate in the analysis and review of overarching program and project deliverables.
• Create and maintain the full spectrum of project documentation as defined by the client's Project Management Methodology.
• Manage projects within approved budget and schedule.
• Ensure consistency, timeliness and accuracy of project status reports.
• Lead the management of project change, risk, and issue management.
• Ensure all risks and issues are documented and addressed appropriately.
• Ensure consistency to update / maintain project information in the project management tool (ServiceNow PPM).
• Schedule and facilitate project meetings.
• Ensure all project documentation is created, reviewed, and approved as required.
• Collaborate with the program and project teams on project scope and commit estimates.
• Actively facilitate and participate in release activities for assigned projects.
• Work with minimal supervision with latitude for independent judgement and problem solving.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum five years of project management experience with at least two years at the Senior Project Manager level.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Banking or Financial Services or other regulated industries strongly preferred.
• Experience in IT infrastructure systems integration work stemming from merger or acquisition activity, preferably within the Banking and Financial Services sector.
• Project Management Institute certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Strong experience utilizing project portfolio management tools (experience with ServiceNow PPM is a plus).
• Strong experience creating and tracking project schedules in MS Excel or MS Project.
• Strong understanding of project lifecycle methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Iterative, Agile/Scrum) and project management processes and standards.
• Strong technological and business acumen.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills; ability to explain project risks and issues, and IT related concepts clearly and concisely to multiple layers of peers and leadership.
• Highly motivated with strong organizational, analytical, decision making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to handle multiple priorities and effectively prioritize them.
• Ability to provide strong project leadership during periods of uncertainty, ambiguity, and change.
• High level of professionalism and confidence with the ability to build credibility with leadership, team members, and business partners and establish effective working relationships.
• Ability to initiate and facilitate change, whether indicated by corporate needs, market or regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading complex, cross-functional information technology projects.

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

About Genesis10:

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client.

Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

* Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.

* The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.

* Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)

* Behavioral Health Platform

* Medical, Dental, Vision

* Health Savings Account

* Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)

* Voluntary Term Life Insurance

* 401K

* Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

* Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.