Project Manager

Vaco
$55.00 - $60.00 / hr
United States, Texas, San Antonio
Feb 25, 2025
We are looking fora motivated and enthusiastic Project Manager to support a merger and consolidation effort of a new program with the client. The individual will work closely with the Program Manager, Program Management Office, and IT on Enterprise-wide solutions to help drive successful project outcomes. Will be a natural leader with strong people skills, capable of balancing collaboration and ability to push for results when needed. Oversee and improve implementation and management processes. Must be willing to work on-site full-time. Responsibilities: Project Management and Governance - Manage projects across the organization, focusing on project budgets, resource allocation, and timelines. Make data-driven, prioritized decisions to ensure projects stay on track and within scope. Project Stewardship - Facilitate the adoption of best practices in project management across the organization. Help develop, document, and standardize processes to ensure consistency and efficiency in project delivery. Project Coordination - Guide a team of associates through the project lifecycle, resolving day-to-day issues, keeping the project on schedule, and improving overall workflow by implementing process enhancements. Strategy Support - Assist in the planning, execution, and management of projects, helping to align project goals with business objectives while maximizing resources and minimizing risks. Ensure high-quality results through effective project execution and involving the right stakeholders. Collaboration - Partner with business units, external vendors, and consultants to ensure seamless project delivery. Facilitate cross-functional communication and collaboration to ensure alignment and smooth project execution. Reporting - Track project progress, identify potential issues, and report on performance to stakeholders and leadership. Provide clear, concise project updates and resolve conflicts or obstacles to keep the team productive. QUALIFICATONS: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field. 5+ years of experience working in project management. Exceptional facilitation and communication skills and the ability to present information effectively at all levels of the organization through written and verbal methods. Ability to work across multiple, distributed, functional groups. Strong enterprise-wide vision (seeing the big picture) with strong attention to detail. Aptitude for understanding organization operations and culture and the related functional capabilities of implemented enterprise applications (custom and off-the-shelf). Familiarity with standard software development methods (SDLC, Agile, etc.). Proficient in Microsoft Office (PPT, Excel, Visio) and an aptitude for technology. Certifications or relevant training in any of the following areas: Lean Six Sigma, Business Process Management, PMP, or Quality Management Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. 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