Technology M&A Project Manager

Are you passionate about technology and interested in joining a community of collaborative colleagues who respectfully and courageously seek to challenge the status quo? If so, read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity with Deloitte Technology. We are insatiably curious and life-long learners focused on technology and innovation.

Work you'll do

Provides hands-on advanced project management and support for multiple projects across numerous functional and technical units within the Firm, utilizing DT and PMO standard tools, processes and methods. Works effectively in a fluid, fast-paced environment, employing highly developed relationship management, conflict resolution and problem-solving skills. Independently manages all aspects of SDLC and Project Delivery Process for strategic projects/programs that range in scope, budget and team size to the level of large projects, involving medium to high levels of risk and complexity. Identifies and manages cross-dependencies, proactively resolves issues/risks/impacts among multiple projects in a program. Works with varying levels of leadership across Deloitte Technology (DT) and the firm from staff through Partner, Principal, and Director level. Owns the implementation of all applicable PMO and related ITS processes, methodologies, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Takes full accountability for the proper and consistent execution of all projects. Serves in an advisory and consultative role to teams and stakeholders on all project-related activities. Skillfully manages scope of projects and the expectation of the stakeholders, and the forward progress of teams responsible for the work.

ITS PMO project managers work together with teams and stakeholders at all levels to provide consistent, high quality project and management services - including, but not limited to, duties such as: partnering with engagement managers to lead delivery teams; creating/delivering executive reporting; performing proactive issue/risk/change management and solutioning; escalation management; integrating work across teams; proactively identifying/managing key dependencies; leading with unified approach to successful delivery and focus on achieving business value.

Other duties include:

• Demonstrates an advanced understanding of both quality assurance and software development processes and methodologies, with the ability to share knowledge with peers, development and QA groups, and project team members.
• Provides regular and timely feedback to team members and their respective managers; is proactive in the identification and resolution of issues that may negatively impact a project or project deliverables; seeks and implements innovative ways to remove project obstacles. Escalates as appropriate.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Has responsibility for maintaining effective management of multiple concurrent project assignments, project tracking, issue resolution, time gathering and reporting, and communicating project progress.
• Develops, manages, and maintains comprehensive, accurate project plans and schedules, as well as performs estimation, forecasting, planning, analysis, issue / risk / change management, escalation management, meeting facilitation, variance analysis, and status reporting.
• Possesses advanced level skills in leading executive-level steering committees, producing and delivering communications to the executive level and experience auditing projects and summarizing results and producing management reports
• Responsible for effective project kickoff, identification of all project stakeholders, defining and clarifying project roles and responsibilities.
• Responsible for creating and controlling project documentation, providing and maintaining accurate and timely project information in all project plans, communications, status reporting, SharePoint sites.
• Configures, utilizes, and supports key project management tools.
• Serves in an advisory and consultative role to teams and stakeholders on all project-related activities.
• Works with all stakeholders to identify and confirm resource necessary resources, throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conducts regular project reviews and communicates the status of projects in both formal and informal settings. Responsible for knowing and communicating a project's status accurately throughout project lifecycle. May include presenting status to business/technical steering committees.
• Simultaneously manage work across multiple streams of the Deloitte project lifecycle which includes requirements definition and business alignment, systems development and configuration, data and systems coordination, communications, end user adoption and training.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and project teams to effectively manage and deliver quality products.
• Influences and executes project management methodologies and standards including those within the ITS Project Delivery Process and SDLC, PMI PMBOK, SAFe and ITS PMO procedures, also ensures they are followed by project team members.
• Works closely with sponsors, stakeholders, users, technical team leads, technical and non-technical resources, and management to execute core project management functions end to end on strategic projects that range in scope, budget and team size to the level of large, involving moderate to high levels of risk and complexity.
• Informally mentors other non-PMO team members on structured methodology, best practices.
• Builds and maintains relationships with partner/principals and firm director level through employee level, including CIO/ITS and customer leaders, channel leads, product owners, shared resource leaders, technical team leads, technical and non-technical teams.
• Leads cross-functional teams in the delivery of projects with medium - high level of complexity, directly affecting the firm's strategy to meet technology and business requirements on time and within budget.
• Motivates and leading project teams and instilling a mindset of collaboration and continuous process improvement.
• Proposes changes to ITS and PMO methodologies, frameworks, best practices for continuous process improvement; participates in teams that undertake continuous process improvement initiatives.
• Promotes the effective teamwork and spirit of partnership.
• Proactively identifies, assesses risks and issues, proposes solutions, negotiates across stakeholders and resolves conflicts/roadblocks

The team

Information Technology Services (ITS) helps power Deloitte's success. ITS is the engine that drives Deloitte, which serves many of the world's largest, most respected organizations. We develop and deploy cutting-edge internal and go-to-market solutions that help Deloitte operate effectively and lead in the market. Our reputation is built on a tradition of delivering with excellence.

The ~2,200 professionals in ITS deliver services including:

• Applications
• Communications
• Relationship management
• PMO
• Strategy
• Technology support
• Infrastructure
• Deployment
• Financials
• Security, risk & compliance

Office of the CIO

The Office of the CIO establishes the vision for ITS and guides the organization by:

• Strengthening and fostering business and ITS relationships
• Engaging in strategic eminence opportunities to share the ITS story and passion for the possible
• Advancing and enhancing the governance process
• Establishing technology strategy and the mission for ITS
• Developing a culture of courage to motivate, inspire, include, and recognize our colleagues

Qualifications

Required:

• Prior Mergers & Acquisition integration experience (Preferred: Technology integrations for M&A deals)
• 8+ years of experience within Information Technology
• Expert in Excel-based reporting and dashboard development
• Experience in managing project teams of 10 or more people
• Minimum of 5+ years of diverse experience in an IT Infrastructure Project Management role including significant experience managing medium to large projects and multiple, concurrent projects
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

Preferred:

• Advanced skills in producing and delivering communications to the executive level and experience auditing projects and summarizing results and producing management reports
• Knowledge of IT applications and resource teams
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, assign and manage work activities, meet deadlines and develop project management reporting
• Experience developing/managing medium to large project schedules
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team and independently; performs work effectively with minimal supervision
• Advanced leadership and general management skills, including advanced negotiation and conflict resolution capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to "think outside the box" while identifying problems and developing creative solutions
• Advanced problem-solver. Finds simple answers to complex questions or problems. Thinks outside the box. Uses knowledge gained through prior experience, education, training to resolve issues and remove project barriers.
• Experience in enterprise-wide Systems/Platforms/Cloud Migrations a plus.
• Ability to travel 0-10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
• Must have advanced knowledge of software development lifecycle and/or infrastructure project delivery.
• Fosters a climate conducive to establishing positive working relationships with teams and clients (internal and external).
• Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) experience and/or certifications
• Experience in managing vendors and ensuring contract terms are met
• Advanced knowledge of PM methodology, tools and techniques
• PMP certified; ITIL, COBIT, Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certifications a plus
• Consulting experience a plus
• Demonstrated advanced analytical and technical abilities and task management skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical/business discipline and/or professional experience in lieu of degree
• Extensive experience with core PM tools including ServiceNow, Microsoft Project Professional, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Office Professional (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, Access, etc.), and others
• Experienced in methods of estimating time and resources for task assignments and resource leveling.
• Drives for results. Motivates team while constantly driving towards key milestones. Maintains constant awareness of project deliverables; keeps team focused on short- and long-term milestones; aware of project timeline and budget.
• Experience in working with offshore resources
• Knowledge of Deloitte ITS applications and resource teams
• Coordinating and creating updates in PowerPoint for various internal executive groups, including Technology and Firm Governance
• Excellent written/verbal communications and analytical skills required. Must be able to easily grasp and communicate complex ideas.
• Able to maintain a high degree of customer / client / sponsor satisfaction while also maintaining necessary project controls

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $93,000 - $191,000.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

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