Project Manager

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Project Manager

The candidate reports to the Project Management Office (PMO) Manager and is responsible for project coordination, developing and maintaining project documentation, spreadsheets and files while utilizing various software programs and monitoring progress of and reporting on projects. Reviews deliverables prepared by the team, completes and presents projects using project management tools such as Microsoft Project or planner and identifies and schedules project deliverables, milestones and required tasks for day-to-day project plans. Creates and executes project work plans and revises appropriately to meet changing needs and requirements for the PMO. Identifies resources needed by partnering with team leaders/managers, creates task lists for projects and assigns individual responsibilities. Recommends project scheduling within the PMO. Anticipates project needs and recommends solutions to the Project sponsor. Serves as the primary liaison between the project sponsor, the project team and PMO Manager. Creates and develops project agendas and requirements for each project meeting. Reviews deliverables prepared by the team before passing to the sponsor. Coordinates the preparation of engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures with the PMO and clients. Minimizes project management team’s exposure and risk on projects. Communicates with the project team, sponsors, and project vendors. Ensures that project communications and needs are met. Delivers engaging, informative, well-organized presentations to project sponsors and team members. Documents and keeps track of lessons learned and shares those lessons with team members. Maintains project documentation and deliverables. Ensures project documents are complete, current and stored appropriately. Writes and publishes project meeting minutes, as required. Coordinates plans and facilitates meetings with project team members and the interaction with other departments using proven tools and techniques. May lead development and implementation of standard project management tools and methodologies. Coordinates the day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope with PMO Manager. Provides weekly updates to PMO Manager for portfolio reporting and tracking. Other duties as assigned. Bachelor’s degree is required in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field, from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of an Associate degree with related job experience. Should have 5+ years of experience working in a Technology Department, with a preference given for work experience in a multi-office legal environment. Should have 5+ years of experience handling, coordinating processes and maintaining projects in a professional services environment. Experience with MS Project Professional, MS Teams and SharePoint/Project Web Access are required. Proficiency in all MS Office applications, including Visio, Access, and entries and updates in Outlook calendar, is required. Project Management Professional (PMP) or Agile certification like Scrum Master Certification is required.

Additional Information

Requisition ID: 1341.

Company info

Eversheds Sutherland.
1001 Fannin Street Suite 3700
Houston
Texas
United States 77002-6760
Website : http://www.eversheds-sutherland.com