Project Manager IT

IT Project Manager

Job Title: IT Project Manager

Duration: 6 month contract

Location: Hybrid onsite in Houston

Job Profile Summary: Responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating projects of moderate scope and minor complexity to ensure that project goals and objectives are accomplished using best proactive methodologies within prescribed business requirements, time frames, and funding parameters. Handles a diverse range of complex assignments requiring the use of experience, innovation and judgment. Plans and conducts work requiring limited supervision. Assumes responsibility for contribution to the success of a project. Exercises substantial latitude for unreviewed decisions. May mentor others.

Job Description: As the IT Project Manager III, the ability to resolve sophisticated problems, explain difficult issues and cultivate positive relationships are all important skills needed for this role. This role will also require extensive knowledge of the software development process and how to use business applications for a competitive advantage!

Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you'll quickly learn and grow with us.

Responsibilities/Expectations:

• Leads and coordinates a variety of sophisticated projects with significant impact to our organization
• Understands business requirements, project risks and project lifecycle
• Applies expertise and leadership skills to advise staff and to resolve issues
• Measures and reports project performance to our leadership team
• Cultivates positive relationships with our clients and company partners; mentors others
• Collaborates with others on software development process, including requirements gathering, analysis and design, development tools and technologies, release and version control, modern testing methodologies and deployment management
• Uses business applications for competitive advantage
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Years of Experience:

Required: Bachelor's degree in IT-related field or engineering; a minimum four (4) years' experience in project management with a minimum two (2) years' experience in information technology

Preferred: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Other Requirements:

Demonstrates strong organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and PC skills

Ability to communicate and connect with all levels of an organization

Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools, resource management practices and change management techniques

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.