IT Project Manager/ Scrum Master

** 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

• 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

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.
Please be advised- If anyone reaches out to you about an open position connected with Eliassen Group, please confirm that they have an Eliassen.com email address and never provide personal or financial information to anyone who is not clearly associated with Eliassen Group. If you have any indication of fraudulent activity, please contact [email protected].

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.

Don t miss out on our referral program! If we hire a candidate that you refer us to then you can be eligible for a $1,000 referral check!