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  • Senior Project Manager (PMP Certified)
  • Lead Project Manager
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Senior Project Manager Job Description Examples:

Example 1

  • Responsible for supervision and management of the overall project execution as per the agreed design and cost parameters.
  • Responsible to ensure all resources for the project are available as per plan to meet deadlines and to ensure quality and safety standards are maintained while achieving time and cost targets fixed for the effective completion of the project.
  • Also responsible for ensuring compliance with statutory requirements at site.
  • To review and if required further detail the project plan prepared by the Central Planning cell
  • To coordinate with local architects and contractors to ensure that detailed plans are made in line with the agreed Plan
  • To coordinate and ensure that the project site is ready (free from any encumbrances) before the actual construction starts, for example, land acquisition, ensuring the land is free of any encroachments, utility shifting, etc.
  • To ensure availability of materials, equipment etc that are to be provided at the site and coordinate to ensure the same
  • To supervise work at the site to ensure that contractors are executing as per contract and to the required quality and contract specifications and work completion is on schedule
  • To provide technical guidance on-site whenever & wherever required and resolve critical issues on site and be the single point of coordination with the Regional and HO as required
  • To monitor the costs at the Site periodically and ensure they are within budget.
  • To ensure that there is a conducive and safe work environment at the site
  • To assist where required in the selection of local vendors and contractors/sub-contractors.

    Job Types: Full-time, Regular / Permanent

    Salary: ₹50,000.00 - ₹75,000.00 per month

    Schedule:
  • Morning shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • PCMC, Pune - 411033, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Speak with the [phone number]

    • Example 2

    Dure Technologies is multinational technology enterprise with offices in Switzerland, India, France, UK, US and Canada, and presence in more than 40 countries. It has a portfolio of innovative technology products and solutions for public health, social development and for-profit sectors in healthcare including pharma and insurance. The company provides strategic services to United Nation organizations, international NGOs, national government bodies, pharmaceutical associations and other international organizations across several countries in Europe, US, Asia and Africa. It is a young dynamic organization continuously exploring new practical simple solutions that can bring significant impact to the day-to-day lives of people and society at large. The organization is growing rapidly in several regions including in Europe and US and is looking for like-minded professionals who have the passion to make a difference in people lives while building a business and want to be part of a fun, dynamic & creative team.

    Company Website: [website]

    The company is currently recruiting Senior Project Manager (Technical) for its offices in Switzerland and India to be a key contributor to its innovative product development and business delivery divisions.

    If you believe that technology has the capability to make a difference to our society and crave the excitement of complex problems and delivering innovative solutions, this is an excellent opportunity to use your skills to make a difference.

    Responsibilities

  • Lead long-term international projects using cutting-edge technologies and enterprise platform
  • Setup project team from dedicated pool of internal resources along with working closely with clients and third parties/vendors for execution of projects.
  • Establish project charter, governance and success matrix ensuring that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
  • Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
  • Manage the relationship and accounts with the international clients and key project stakeholders during the entire project life cycle
  • Ensure regular communication of project status , progress and updates with clients
  • Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress along with performing risk management and mitigation strategies to minimize project risks
  • Contribute towards conceptualization and solution design for complex public health data systems based on software development best practices and standards
  • Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques
  • Measure project performance using best suited tools and techniques
  • Report and escalate to management as needed
  • Ensure Project is executed as per agreed Project Implementation practices including PMP along with comprehensive project documentation
  • Delegate project tasks based on project staff members' individual strengths, skill sets and experience levels
  • Influence and support the utilization of core technologies and out-of-box solutions based on learnings within the global public health eco-system
  • Be instrumental in defining a sustainable and scalable application architecture and deployment architecture
  • Be instrumental in ensuring a comprehensive testing strategy with focus on automation of software development and unit testing processes
  • Able to review code and artifacts for quality and signoff to move forward and run extensive peer reviews with special attention to clean code and good tests.
  • Contribute in research and implementing POC’s as required over cutting edge technologies
  • Define, Drive and Achieve product / framework roadmaps as needed

    Requirements

  • 10+ years of total experience including 5+ years as technical project management and 5+ years of experience in development of global software solutions
  • Good knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming with complete understanding of Object-Oriented principles, data structures, algorithms and design patterns
  • Proven track record in delivering end-to-end solutions using Spring, Hibernate, Spring Boot, Spring JPA, Spring Batch, [website], JavaScript, REST Services, Maven and HTML experience
  • Expertise in development and implementation of microservices driven architecture
  • Should have knowledge of Postgres, MySql and MongoDB
  • Should have worked on Data Security and Data Privacy aspects of a software solution with key emphasis on encryption at store.
  • Should have worked on mobile based solutioning and data capture.
  • Good written and verbal English language communications, with an ability to work effectively in an international environment. Knowledge of French would be an additional benefit.
  • Background in Public health / healthcare industry is preferred
  • Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) or in the process of gaining certification within the next six months
  • Master’s Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience

    Job Type: to Friday

    • Example 3

    We are looking to hire a positive, proactive IT project manager to oversee project teams and to ensure IT projects are completed on time. The IT project manager will establish a Project Management Office (PMO), and direct and coordinate the utilization of resources across divisions of the project to reach targets. The IT project manager will ensure compliance with budget and other project requirements. You will document instructions for end-users and assist with the testing of the final product. You will communicate with stakeholders during all phases of the project, and close it efficiently.

    To be successful in this role you should deliver an extensively recorded, tested, intact, and operative product within delivery time frames and budget. Ideal candidates will be analytical and have a positive demeanor.

    IT Project Manager Responsibilities:

  • Assisting in establishing a Project Management Office to oversee multiple projects.
  • Liaising with stakeholders such as project personnel, vendors, and end-users regarding project requirements.
  • Outlining, defining, and initiating the project.
  • Implementing document control policies and documentation templates.
  • Maintaining a good working knowledge of assigned component projects.
  • Evaluating standards of component products.
  • Monitoring project progress and implementing changes where necessary.
  • Monitoring expenditures in accordance with the budget.
  • Ensuring compliance with objectives, organizational policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Compiling project reports and informing management regarding problems.
  • Ensuring project complies with best practices, SOPs, PMO policies, and other policies.

    IT Project Manager Requirements:

  • CCNA, CCNP, CISSP, MCSE, or similar certification.
  • 3+ years of experience in a project management role.
  • Understanding of MSP ticketing and Alert Management Systems.
  • Thorough understanding of project management fundamentals.
  • Understanding of software development life cycle.
  • Outstanding leadership, organizational, and time management skills.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong people skills.

    Job Types: Contractual / Temporary, Regular / Permanent
    Contract length: 6 months

    Salary: ₹544,535.89 - ₹1,690,115.31 per year

    Schedule:
  • Day shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Badshahpur (87), Gurgaon - 122101, Haryana: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work work: 8 years (Preferred)

    • Example 4

    Job description

    Technical skills:
  • Understand Client Requirements and Perform Business Analysis.

  • Manage the project Quality.

  • Exposure to could technologies is required.

  • Understanding of business processes and business analysis techniques.

  • Determine and define project scope and objectives.

  • Knowledge of Project life cycle / Agile / Scrum.

  • Hands-on experience in HTML5, CSS, Bootstrap, PHP, JSON, Ajax, MySQL.

    Roles Responsibilities:
  • Requirements understanding, Concept analysis, Development, and Implementation of web applications.

  • Prepare Workflow, Documentation, and Database architecture.

  • Guide and Drive Project Team(s).

  • Handle multiple projects.

  • Interact with the clients as a Single Point of Contact.

  • Identify the project Risks and Take Corrective Actions.

  • Meet Delivery timeline and effort estimates.

  • Develop and groom the team members.

  • 3 or more years of experience with project management in a small to mid-size organization.

  • Project management/training and or certification will be added advantage.

  • Must have handled PHP Projects as a leader.

  • Good Project Management Skills.

  • Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan.

  • Manage the entire life cycle of multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

  • Keep abreast of industry trends in technology, frameworks, and process.

    Job Types: Full-time, Regular / Permanent

    Salary: ₹350,000.00 - ₹450,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Life insurance
    Schedule:
  • Morning shift
    Supplemental Pay:
  • Commission pay
  • Performance bonus
  • Yearly bonus

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Dehradun, Dehra Dun - 248001, Uttarakhand: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

    Application Question(s):
  • How many years of experience in Project Management? Is brief your work role?

    Education:
  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

    Experience:
  • total work: 3 years (Preferred)

    Language:
  • Hindi (Preferred)

    • Example 5

    Urgent requirement is going on in Cybertoss Pvt Ltd for the post of Senior Project Manager. CyberToss is a core BPO Company in India serving clients globally over 5 years with IT enabled services including 24 x 7 customer Support with voice and non-voice process, E-Commerce Support, Web Research, Data Management, Admin Support including Web Design, Web development, Digital Marketing with SEO. Our company is growing rapidly and urgently in need for an experienced Senior Project Manager. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, here is your opportunity.

    Company Name: CyberToss Pvt. Ltd. ([website])
    Job Location: Baidyabati
    Shift Timing: Night Shift
    Opening for: Male Candidates
    Preferably: BBA, BCA, BTech, Computer Science or any other professional courses.

    Senior Project Manager includes: -

  • E-commerce Management
  • Database Management
  • Backend Admin Management
  • Project Management
  • Social Media Management
  • Customer Support
  • Data Scientist/Data Analysis knowledge will be an advantage
  • Sound Knowledge in Advance Excel

    Skills required for Senior Project Manager Executive: -

    · Lead assigned projects to completion

    · Provide project managers with feedback, encouragement and advice

    · Troubleshoot problems that come up during projects

    · Develop individual project plans complete with budgetary information and resource needs

    · Communicate with our IT department about resource allocation

    · Host a project meeting at least once per week for each project under your direction

    · Refine project budget as needed to ensure timeliness and fiscal responsibility

    · Coordinate with vendors and suppliers as needed

    · Communicate project objectives to all team members involved

  • 2 – 5 years’ experience in a supervisory capacity
  • Ability to complete projects on time and within the stated budget
  • Excellent communication, organization, time-management and leadership skills

    Company Benefits: -

  • Free training
  • Direct employment
  • Fixed Saturday - Sunday Off
  • On-time salary
  • No fees charged

    **Interested candidates can directly call or WhatsApp their CV at [phone number]

    Job Type: Full-time

    Benefits:
  • Internet reimbursement
  • Leave encashment
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • UK shift
  • US shift
    Supplemental Pay:
  • Overtime pay
  • Performance bonus
  • Quarterly bonus
  • Yearly bonus

    COVID-19 considerations:

    Regular sanitization, wearing masks, and maintaining social distancing within the premises.

    Education:
  • Master's (Required)

    Experience:
  • total work: 3 years (Required)

    Language:
  • English (Required)

    Shift availability:
  • Night Shift (Required)

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    • Example 6

    We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our team. You will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the completion of specific projects while ensuring these projects are on time, on budget, and within scope. If you believe you are self-starter, capable of delivering projects & show amazing attention to detail, let’s meet.
    Your responsibilities:
  • Coordination with Architects and consultants for drawings and details
  • Estimate Quantities and cost of materials, equipment or labour to determine project feasibility
  • Tracking project deliverable using appropriate tools like MS Project and/or MS excel/Google sheet etc..
  • Scheduling of projects (Right from the scratch till handing over)
  • Have good working knowledge of current materials and their prices
  • Reviewing construction plans and preparing quantity requirements (BILL OF Quantities)
  • Scrutinizing maintenance and material costs, as well as contracts to ensure the best deals.
  • Preparing reports, analyses, contracts, budgets, risk assessment, and other documents.
  • Advising management on improvements and new strategies.
  • Keeping track of materials and ordering more when required.
  • Documenting any changes in design and updating budgets.
  • Establishing and maintaining professional relationships with external and internal stakeholders.
  • Coordinating with procurement department. Preparation of comparative statement, documents like PO, WO, variance statements, etc.
  • Taking care of quality of construction. Advising the project manager as and when required.
  • Management signoff - Drawings, specification, amenities, areas, schedule, costing.
  • Monthly MIS reporting, weekly and monthly, Preparing Daily Progress Report (DPR).
  • Billings – Scrutinizing, verification and certification
  • Sub contracts – identifying sub contracts, drafting contract terms, offering work orders
  • Assisting finance department in deriving the yearly/half yearly/monthly budgets. This involves collecting the data from Maintenance team, consolidating the same and presenting it as required.

    Skill sets/Experience we require:
  • 11+ years of proven experience in construction with supervisory or project oversight experience preferred.
  • Sound understanding of home construction processes, work sequence, scheduling, and building codes.
  • Ability to read and understand architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical plans, scopes of work, community features.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft office (outlook, Word, Excel), Project tracking tools (MS Project, Project Libre)
  • Problem and conflict resolution skills, ability to prioritize work tasks, and teamwork and customer satisfaction orientation is required.
  • Good communication skills and ability to build solid relationships with team members, vendors, contractors and customers.
  • Professional approach to time, costs & deadlines
  • Working knowledge of MIVAN Shuttering and handling the project from starting to finishing is a plus

    Pedigree:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, construction science, engineering, architecture, or related field from an accredited university is mandate.
  • Master's degree in management is good to have.

    Job Types: Full-time, Regular / Permanent

    Salary: ₹1,000,000.00 - ₹1,600,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Flexible schedule
  • Food allowance
  • Health insurance
  • Leave encashment
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Provident Fund
    Schedule:
  • Day shift
    Supplemental Pay:
  • Performance bonus

    Education:
  • Bachelor's (Required)

    Experience:
  • total work: 10 years (Required)
  • high rise apartment projects: 8 years (Required)
  • MIVAN: 5 years (Required)

    Application Deadline: Start Date: 25/07/2022

    • Senior Project Manager job summary

    A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.

    Example of a Senior Project Manager job summary

    Our software development company is hiring a Senior Project Manager to oversee the conception, implementation and analysis of internal projects. The successful candidate will have a background in both business and IT and will have an extensive understanding of the software development industry. We’re looking for a responsible, articulate and motivated Senior Project Manager who can quickly identify vulnerabilities and obstacles, and then create innovative solutions to any problems. You will be responsible for overseeing the work of 10 project managers and communicating their progress to senior management at regular intervals. We’re offering generous compensation as well as paid time off, sick leave and other perks.

    Senior Project Manager responsibilities and duties

    The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.

    • Lead assigned projects to completion
    • Provide project managers with feedback, encouragement and advice
    • Troubleshoot problems that come up during projects
    • Develop individual project plans complete with budgetary information and resource needs
    • Communicate with our IT department about resource allocation
    • Host a project meeting at least once per week for each project under your direction
    • Refine project budget as needed to ensure timeliness and fiscal responsibility
    • Coordinate with vendors and suppliers as needed
    • Communicate project objectives to all team members involved

    Senior Project Manager qualifications and skills

    Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.

    • Bachelor’s degree in computer- or business-related discipline required (Master’s degree preferred)
    • 10+ years’ experience in software development or design
    • 6+ years’ experience in a supervisory capacity
    • Ability to complete projects on time and within the stated budget
    • Excellent communication, organization, time-management and leadership skills
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