Senior Project Manager - Remote

THE OPPORTUNITY:

We are seeking a talented a Senior Project Manager to plan, organize, lead and control cross-functional product or information technology projects that are large to extra-large in scope and impact.

WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO:

• Adheres to Agile principles and philosophies (Scrum or Kanban, as applicable) in fulfillment of the role.
• Works as a cross-functional team member in an Agile setting to help complete and deliver the team commitments.
• Works with team to create project charter including definition of project scope and deliverables; identification of project goals and milestones; development of project plans and budgets.
• Leads post-mortem project reviews.
• Fulfills the role in the spirit of the Agile Manifesto, with emphasis on delivery of incremental value with frequent iterations and feedback loops.
• Oversees completion of project tasks, manages conflicts within group and escalates risks/issues as needed.
• Delivers effective, accurate, and consistent communication to project teams, management, external clients, and vendors; leads project teams of 20 to 40 people.
• Establishes clarity on the project scope and develops project plans based on the work breakdown structure derived from the project requirements for all project assignments (includes, but is not limited to new client conversions, existing client projects, custom development projects, new product development launch projects, and internal initiatives).
• Maintains project documentation; ensure project documents are complete, current and appropriately stored.
• Collaborates across teams and across business areas in the spirit of an Agile mindset.
• Applies generally accepted project management methodology and enforce project standards.
• Assembles project team members; assigns individual responsibilities; lead team meetings.
• Monitors and reports on project budget.
• Drives the project team (including client and their vendors) to deliver based on the established schedule and ensure quality standards for the project are met.
• Leads and manages project lifecycle phases for multiple complex projects initiatives which could share the same delivery timelines .
• Collaborates within the direct team in accordance with Team Agreement, Definition of Ready, and Definition of Done.
• Facilitates and leads project resources through the work breakdown process to define tasks, durations, effort, and dependencies to establish a solid implementation schedule.
• Works with technology leaders to identify project resources and develop schedules.
• Coordinates the work of technical professionals and other staff across other functions and disciplines.
• Prepares and disseminates project reports and communications; communicates with EIS team, project sponsors, functional area managers and/or consultants regarding status of specific tasks.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Can demonstrate excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of an ALM tool, such as Microsoft ADO.
• Working knowledge of agile and waterfall SDLC’s.
• Expertise in standard software packages, such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Project.
• Ability to adapt to change and balance competing demands with a positive attitude.
• Working knowledge of an enterprise project management tool, such as Planview PPM Pro or Clarity.
• Optis or Connex platform experience
• Can demonstrate expertise in presentations and executive communications utilizing PowerPoint
• Can demonstrate excellent change management leadership skills.
• Ability to lead individuals of all levels and varying technical skills.
• Strong knowledge of financial services industry and technology.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously, while meeting demanding deadlines.
• Team player.
• Understanding of and support for generally accepted project management standards and methodology.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems, driving solutions to completion.
• Working knowledge of ITIL framework.
• Can demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.

REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• 2-5 years of project and/or technical delivery in the financial services industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science plus eight to ten years project management experience, or equivalent training and/or experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• ITIL Trained.
• Agile Trained.
• 3-4 years in credit/debit/prepaid card experience.
• PMP Certification.
• Working knowledge of the Fiserv, STAR, FIS or other payment industry processing systems.

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For California, Colorado and New York Applicants: In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the expected salary range for this position is between:

$98,000.00 - $124,000.00

Actual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

This position qualifies for the following benefits; Co-op Solutions offers a competitive Total Rewards package: 401(k) with generous company match, Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options, Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits, Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Community Volunteer Time Off, and an Employee Assistance Program.