Sr. Manager of Project Management

Job Description

The Sr. Manager of Project Management is responsible for the coordination and completion of projects within the information technology department, overseeing all aspects of assigned projects, and working in a matrixed organization of analysts and developers. Under general direction, Sr. Manager of Project Management manages large-sized, cross-functional projects and/or a portfolio of multiple concurrent medium-complexity projects, in addition to providing guidance and oversight to junior associates performing project management functions

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of project management for an assigned portfolio through the entire software development lifecycle, including, but not limited to: chartering, scoping, requirements gathering, document approval tracking and management, project plan creation, status reporting, issue resolution, project resource allocation, project costs and financial analysis, and benefits validation.
• Creates cohesive project plans with identifiable critical path, task dependencies, and major milestones, and manages the approved plans and schedules, ensuring successful completion within scope, budget, time, and quality parameters.
• Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, monitors and summarizes progress of projects.
• Prepares reports for upper management regarding project status.
• Builds and maintains effective working relationships with team members, vendors, and other departments involved in the projects.
• Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Mentors junior level IT project management and/or analytical associates on project management best practices.
• Leads and directs the work of others.
• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Assists in the development of corporate project/program management methodologies
• Perform duties that include elevated privileges
• Trusted custodian to the Company's sensitive information and/or systems
• Maintain professional conduct and protect the confidentiality of any information to which you may have access. You will be expected to commit yourself to the highest standards of moral and business ethics.

Scope (Required)

• Staff supervision and development - No
• Decision making- Drafts Policy and resolves problems
• Travel -
• Location- Remote
• Flex Designation - Remote Anywhere

Requirements

Education (Required)

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Services, Business or a related field required
• Project management certification preferred

Skills (Required)

• Demonstrated experience in managing programs or complex projects involving multiple sub-projects
• Experienced in mentoring and teaching project managers
• Ability to influence and persuade others
• Ability to hold team members accountable, set clear performance standards, resolve performance issues, and keep project teams engaged and on task
• Shows initiative, anticipates and prepares for upcoming situations, takes advantage of opportunities, acts quickly and decisively, and addresses issues before they become problems
• Experience with development and reporting of project estimates, costs, and project financial analysis
• Understanding of Software Development Lifecycle methodologies as adopted by the organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Highly self-motivated and directed
• Keen attention to detail
• Any combination of academic education, professional training or work experience, which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position

Experience (Required)

• Minimum 7 years large-scale technology and business oriented project management experience
• 5 years project management experience with infrastructure, customized software development and/or 3rd party software installation/configuration; preferably in the retail industry

About Harbor Freight Tools

We're a family-owned business with over 45 years as a national tool retailer, and with the energy, enthusiasm, and growth potential of a start-up. We are a $7 billion company with over 1,450 stores in 48 states, 27,000+ Associates, and one of the fastest-growing retailers in the country.