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Eliassen Group IT Project Manager/ Scrum Master in Atlanta, Georgia
IT Project Manager/ Scrum Master
Atlanta, GA
Type: Contract
Category: Scrum Master
Industry: Retail
Reference ID: JN -102024-91489
Date Posted: 10/30/2024
Shortcut: http://careers.eliassen.com/IPR9v2
Description
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Description:
* Hybrid | 2x/week | Atlanta, GA*
Our client is currently seeking an IT Scrum Master/Project Manager. The scrum master will be responsible for managing multiple projects with a primary focus on managing scope, timelines, cost, risks/issues and communications in accordance with their project management framework.
Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.
Rate: $72 - $77 / hr. w2
Responsibilities:
Manage scope, requirements, timeline, cost, quality, human resources, communications and integration
Identify and manage risks / issues and development of mitigation plans
Lead meetings for status reporting, scheduling, requirements, resource assignments and deliverables
Maintain document control and track project activities and team communications
Prepare project reports and dashboards as required by the management team
Ensure project repository is built and maintained
Develop and review project status with project team and create weekly reports
Manage outsourced teams (off-site) including vendor engagements
Develop and publish communications to project teams, management and project stakeholders
Provide guidance on process and deliverables to the project team
Lead project teams in strategic meetings and follow up with meeting notes
Experience Requirements:
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science, business administration, engineering or a related discipline with an information technology focus; M.B.A. degree desirable
Active PMP or pursuing certification
8+ years of IT Project Management experience including management of multiple concurrent projects
Demonstrated understanding of project management concepts
Experience with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and SDLC Methodologies (Waterfall, Agile etc….)
IT System Implementation and Integration experience
Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint and Project
Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tool experience (OnePlan preferred)
Experience with Jira
Experience preparing and presenting effective presentations to Executive Leadership
Job Requirements
Strong project planning skills using appropriate PM tools: OnePlan, MS Office, Jira etc.
Facilitate cross-functional, intra-department, and inter-department communications and cooperation
Understands Business and System Requirements as they map to a traceability matrix
Ability to facilitate large meetings with all management levels in attendance
Ability to take ownership of issues to resolution
Ability to influence others to move to a common goal
Attributes
Strong Leadership and effective team player
Ability to take direction and work well under limited supervision
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills
Analytical, problem-solver with decisive and timely decision-making capabilities
Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly motivated and self-directed with the ability to see the long-term vision
Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.
W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax accounts, other voluntary benefits including life and disability insurance, 401(k) with match, and sick time if required by law in the worked-in state/locality.
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About Eliassen Group:
Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.
Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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