Job Details:
As an IT Project Manager, you will oversee the planning, execution, and successful completion of various projects. You will work closely with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope and budget. Here are some key responsibilities and skills associated with this role –
Responsibilities :
- Planning and Execution:
- Create and manage project plans including budget, timelines and resource allocations.
- Lead and manage cross functional teams to deliver projects, Ability to manage medium to large-scale projects simultaneously.
- Creating, organizing, and maintaining project documentation (Project Plans, RAID logs, etc.) to ensure accuracy, consistency, and accessibility throughout the project lifecycle.
- Stakeholder management: Communication with project stakeholders, including executives, business/customers, and team members.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks to ensure project success. Manage the risk register at engagement level and report regularly.
- Coaching and Mentoring: Provide required coaching or mentor the team members, contributing to their professional growth and the overall success of the team.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive a continuous improvement and innovation culture, gathering user feedback and insights to iterate on project features and enhance the overall user experience.
- Standardizing Processes & Reporting: Collaborate with project management peers for knowledge sharing, best practices, techniques, tools for project planning & execution to foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. Improve project governance processes adapting them to meet evolving organizational needs and industry standards.
Skills:
- Must have 10+ years of experience working as a Project manager
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of PMO activities, independently manage end to end PMO activities for a large project
- Advanced skills in Agile and Waterfall methodologies, with the ability to tailor and integrate approaches for optimal project outcomes
- Demonstrated experience in managing large, complex projects or programs, navigating intricate stakeholder landscapes, and delivering significant organizational value.
- Advanced project portfolio management and resource optimization skills, ensuring strategic alignment and maximizing return on investment across multiple initiatives.
- Strong mentoring and coaching abilities for developing junior project managers and fostering a high-performing project management culture within the organization
- Ability to influence decision-making at the senior leadership level, effectively advocating for project needs and aligning initiatives with strategic organizational goals.
- Good to have : JIRA tool usage, Advanced Organizational Change Management skills, enabling successful implementation of large-scale transformations and fostering a culture of adaptability
Qualifications:
Education: Engineer or equivalent
Preferred Certification(s): Agile Certification; PMP.
Experience: 5+ years of relevant and practical experience managing multiple medium to large-scale transformation projects. Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously. Must have multiple functional knowledge for various IT/Business Functions.
Special Skills:
• Presentation: Demonstrated ability to deliver compelling presentations to project teams and senior leadership, effectively communicating complex project information and strategies.
• Problem-solving: Advanced abilities for diagnosing and resolving complex issues, with a keen analytical approach to identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Time Management: Exceptional organizational skills for managing time, prioritizing tasks, and handling multiple responsibilities across diverse projects and teams.
• Change Management: Strong Organizational Change Management skills, enabling successful implementation of new processes and systems while managing stakeholder expectations.
• Tool Expertise: Comprehensive understanding and proficient use of advanced Project Management Tools (Clarity, MS Projects, Jira, etc.) to optimize project planning, execution, and reporting.
• Methodology: Comprehensive understanding of project management methodologies, strong skills in Agile and Waterfall approaches, and the ability to tailor methodologies to specific project needs.
• Negotiation: Strong skills in managing stakeholder expectations and resolving conflicts, ensuring project success through effective communication and compromise.
• Financial Management: Advanced budgeting and financial management abilities, including cost estimation, budget allocation, and financial forecasting for complex projects.
• Executive Communication: Excellent skills in presenting to executive leadership and clients, articulating project value, progress, and outcomes in a clear and impactful manner.
• Resource Management: Proficiency in resource allocation and team management across multiple projects, optimizing workforce utilization and project performance.
• Strategic Alignment: Ability to align project goals with broader organizational strategies, ensuring that project outcomes contribute to overall business objectives.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
Work Shift:
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of experience working as a Project Manager
- Advanced knowledge of PMO activities and managing large projects
- Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Advanced budgeting and financial management abilities
- Preferred Agile Certification and PMP
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage start on day one and are complemented by telehealth, wellbeing programs, and added mental‑health support. Vision and basic dental are available at no additional cost, and preventive care is emphasized.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave has been expanded for birth and adoptive parents, signaling stronger family support. Select locations have piloted childcare solutions to better support shift workers.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company matching after a year and an employee stock purchase plan are available to build long‑term financial security. Company‑paid life and disability coverage further bolster the protection package.
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