Project Management Director

December 12

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Information Technology

10,000+ employees

Founded 1968

💳 Fintech

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🏦 Banking

Description

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Project Management Office (PMO). • Plan, coordinate, monitor and implement very complex technical and/or non-technical programs to meet organizational goals. • Builds and provides direction and day-to-day operations to the PMO. • Oversees and provides guidance to the personnel responsible for the organization’s portfolio of projects. • Defines and develops project / program management best practices, processes and policy to ensure alignment with corporate strategy and goals. • Partners with multi-departmental leadership and other stakeholders to locate opportunities and develop and prioritize projects according to relevant measurement criteria. • Maintains the efficiency of important aspects of the project management process such as planning, scheduling and budget and risk assessment. • Supervises project and program managers to ensure all projects within the scope of the PMO are delivered within defined scope, quality, time, and cost requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience. • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or active pursuit of certification preferred. • Extensive knowledge of project management standards, processes, procedures and guidelines. • Knowledge of the industry project management best practices, i.e., Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). • Knowledge of various types of IT project methodologies and life cycles. • Knowledge of standards relevant to the software industry, e.g., ISO, CMM, Six Sigma. • Knowledge of financial services industry. • Knowledge of FIS products and services. • Advanced skill in use of project management software to manage projects, e.g., MS Project. • Demonstrated skill in managing project budgets and timelines. • Skill in use of negotiation techniques to reach agreement when viewpoints vary. • Excellent analysis, problem-solving, team, conflict management and time management skills. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to interact effectively with executives at both FIS and clients. • Ability to set clear expectations, manage team performance and build high morale among team members. • Ability to maintain confidentiality and carry out assignments that are sensitive in nature.