IT PM - Financials/Banking - Independent Only
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title- IT PM
Project Location – Hybrid in Jacksonville, FL (the bank requires 4 days a week, but this team is flexible (2-3 days) But overall, need someone that doesn't have a problem being onsite)
Duration- 6+ months contract
Visa- USC/ GC
Interview Process: 2 steps (virtual)
1. Teams with Manager (45 minutes)
2. Teams with the team (30 minutes)
Hours: 8am-5pm
Job description: The IT Program Governance project management team consists of 8 Project Managers. Project Managers primarily work independently of each other with their respective project teams. The focus of projects constantly shifts, but 2 areas mentioned that would be good if someone had experience would be *Fraud related projects and on-boarding 3rd party SaaS applications*
Top 3 Must-Haves:
- Core project management skill set. Be able to build a plan and manage to the plan. Know the project phases and inputs and outputs.
- Leadership skills. Be able to position yourself as the central point of contact and coordination for the project.
- Concise and accurate communication
Top 3 Nice-To-Haves
- Familiarity with Smartsheet
- Experience with implementation of vendor-hosted solutions.
What would “a day in the life” of this role look like?
Core project management activities include developing and maintaining the project plan/schedule, hosting meetings and taking/distributing notes and action items, maintaining project governance adherence, managing risks and issues, and facilitating collaboration and communication with the project team and stakeholders.
What interaction level with this role have the team members and hiring manager?
This role will work closely with their project teams and project stakeholders.
What would you say is the top priority for the worker over the first few weeks/months?
Learn about assigned project(s), how project work is executed at the Bank (IT Governance), get to know the project team and stakeholders and begin building a plan of action.
What do you foresee being the biggest challenge in this role?
Keeping the project team aligned to the plan and proactively identifying and mitigating project risks and issues.