Project Manager III

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.) • Contract • Remote (Pleasanton, CA, US) • 5m ago

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for an Project Manager III for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Pharmaceutical Services clients in Pleasanton, CA .

Responsibilities :

Responsible for all aspects of various projects of a less complex nature, or for some aspects of projects which are highly complex.
Interfaces with all areas affected or supporting the project.
Responsible for assembling project timeline, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed, and developing schedule to ensure timely completion of project.
Monitors projects from initiation through delivery including monitoring budget/spending.
Manages project information to support project team, Lifecycle Team and/or Solutions Portfolio Committee for decision making
Accountable for quality implementation on projects in the following areas:
Project risk management
Critical path analysis
Scenario creation and analysis
Budget
Robust planning
Ability to identify and communicate issues proactively to a wide range of stakeholders
Creates, coordinates and maintains integrated project plans in Project & Portfolio Mgmt.Tool (PPM)
Identifies gaps, potential bottlenecks or delays, challenges assumptions and proposes options to close gaps and get projects back on schedule
Manages preparation for project milestone reviews
Manages meetings to include setting agendas, organizing meeting time and meeting minutes
Executes project management processes
Follows best practices in project teams and fosters continuous improvement by sharing knowledge and continuous exchange
Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills:

BS/BA in science, engineering or business administration OR equivalent combination of education and work experience
2-5 years project management, product development and/or relevant experience
Problem solving skills and ability to coordinate project related activities
Strong written and oral communication skills
Basic stakeholder management and facilitation skills
Proficient in MS Project and/or Project & Portfolio Management Tool
Ability to manage projects with ambitious milestones
Ability to escalate and drive management decisions in relation to project execution and resource needs

Preferred Skills:

Project Management-specific training and/or certification such as PMP, Agile, Scrum Master or SAFe preferred
Master's degree preferred
Understanding of relevant Design Control and/or Phased Development processes preferred

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

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