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Project Manager

  • IT, Software development, System Engineering Jobs

Description

The Project Manager will be responsible for the implementation of an Insurance Software Package 
with a mix of Project Management responsibilities.  As such, he/she will:

 

  • - Lead the project to success in terms of delivery of the agreed scope within the agreed timeline and the adequate quality, with full customer satisfaction;
  • - Act as the gatekeeper for the global efficiency and budgetary, timeline, resource and other key aspects of the project control so that the project remains on track at all time, in view of ensuring the success of the project.
  • - Managing the project budget and planning, timeline, and resource allocation;
  • - Coordinating all the subcontractors contributing to the project;
  • - Managing, analyzing and mitigating the project’s risks;
  • - Planning, monitoring, maintaining & operating the project Information System (work plans, project budget, plan vs. actual, invoice lifecycle, etc...);
  • - Promoting efficiency, cost-saving, and process improvements;
  • - Identifying needs and allocating the appropriate resources in order to meet project deadlines;
  • - Raising flags and acting as a gatekeeper based on projects needs and priorities;
  • - Coordinating between the project units (Design, Dev, QA etc.);
  • - Managing and controlling project revenue and P&L forecast.

Responsibilities

  • - At least 5 years of proven experience in large scale international project management of software packages implementation (with delivery responsibility) of which 3-5 years’ PMO Planning & Control activities experience in software global companies with matrix set up;
  • - Experience in budget management – P&L understanding, project costs, and revenues, resource planning and forecast, tracking budget gaps;
  • - Presentation skills: the ability to create & deliver presentations effectively (solid knowledge of Excel and all Office applications is required);
  • - Excellent management and interpersonal skills;
  • - Multi-sites management experience;
  • - Experience in business procedure requirements analysis;
  • - MS Project Knowledge– familiarity with Sciforma – An advantage;
  • - Familiarity with insurance domain/financial services – An advantage.
  • - First degree in Industrial engineering, PMP certificate – An advantage.
  • - Excellent written and verbal English is required for this position.

Hard Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Operating Systems
  • Advanced Excel Skills (queries, pivot tables, formulas, macros)
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Resource allocation
  • Business planning
  • Risk assessments
  • Business analysis
  • Timelines
  • Deliverable management
  • Accountability
  • Executive updates
  • Ability to use project management software
  • Certifications such as PMP or PRINCE

Soft Skills

  • Communication
  • Problem-solver
  • Team-oriented
  • Decision maker
  • Creative