IT Project Management Specialist - Memphis, TN/ Dallas, TX

Title:

IT Project Management Specialist

Duration:

6+ Months

Location:

Memphis, TN/ Dallas, TX

Manager's Notes:

We are seeking a hands-on Project Manager who can independently manage multiple concurrent projects. This is not a Program Manager role. The ideal candidate will be responsible for tracking project progress, coordinating test data, tracking hours, publishing updates and able to adapt and follow client's established process.

Primary Purpose:

To develop and manage project assignments through completion; to communicate results; to make recommendations to management; and to ensure process compliance/oversight.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Identifies required resources; research project data, procedures and history for a thorough understanding of project direction. Generate and analyze statistical data reports. Develops, prepares and manages project plans through completion. Communicates activity progress to involved parties. Resolves issues that arise involving stakeholders, when appropriate. Transitions program to management personnel. Participate in oral presentations. Develops and provides training as needed. Ensures required release materials are completed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Administers company personnel policies in all areas and follows company staffing standards and training recommendations. Interviews, hires and establishes colleague performance development plans; conducts colleague performance discussions. Provides support, guidance, leadership and motivation to promote maximum performance.

Additional Functions and Responsibilities:

Performs other duties as assigned. Supports the organization's quality program(s). Travel as required.

Qualifications:

Education & Licensing Bachelor's degree with major in Business Administration, Statistics, or Quantitative Analysis from an accredited college or university preferred. Computer Sciences courses preferred. Experience Six (6) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required two (2) years of general business experience with emphasis on data analysis or planning. Skills required: Good Project management experience. Hands-on currently and ability to manage multiple projects as sole PM. Self-starter, self-motivated who have done complex projects, Experience working in Waterfall methodology BI/DW or/and Server/DB Upgrade Project Management Working with various functional teams Knowledge of data analysis with strong Excel skills Good documentation skill Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills Analytical and interpretive skills Good interpersonal skills

Education:

Bachelor's degree with major in Business Administration, Statistics, or Quantitative Analysis from an accredited college or university preferred.

Prescreening Questions:

Describe your expectations for your ideal work environment with your project management style. How many small enhancement projects have you directly managed simultaneously? What was your approach to successfully handle and ensure we meet deadlines/commitments? Describe if any, your experience working with project managing: BI/Datawarehouse projects, Patching/Upgrading Databases /Application Servers, or similar projects. #TB_EN #ZR Why TalentBurst? At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth. Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options. TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.