IT Project Management Specialist Sr

Title: IT Project Management Specialist SrLocation: Memphis, TN REMOTEDuration: 5-6 MonthsDescription:This position is Contract to Hire and PREFERS Memphis, TN or Irving, TX Open to remote if needed*Will be hybrid position if candidate lives near/in Memphis or Irving * Hybrid= 1 day a week in the officePRE-SCREENING QUESTIONS MUST BE ANSWERED ON RESUME: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 your experience working with project managing BI/Datawarehouse or similar projects.MANAGER'S NOTES:Good Project management experienceHands-on currently and ability to manage multiple projects as sole PMSelf-starter, self-motivated who have done complex projects,Experience working in Waterfall methodologyProject Management and Coordination in BI/DW Development and Infrastructure upgradesWorking with various functional teamsKnowledge of data analysis with strong Excel skillsGood documentation skillExcellent oral and written communication, including presentation skillsAnalytical and interpretive skillsGood interpersonal skillsPRIMARY PURPOSE: To manage, support and service project assignments through completion; to administer procedures and processes that measure and manage customer satisfaction; to identify, analyze and report trends; and to provide interpretation of report information and make recommendations for improvement.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Identifies required resources; researches project data, procedures and history for a thorough understanding of project direction. Prepares and manages project plans through completion. Provides data analysis, including identifying and recognizing trends across multiple offices for national client operations. Monitors and assesses data for accuracy and integrity. Communicates activity progress to involved parties. Assists Program Managers to resolve issues that arise. Delivers oral and written presentations of project results. Provides training to colleagues as needed. Helps to transition programs as needed.ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES Performs other duties as assigned. Supports the organization's quality program(s). Travels as required.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.Good Project management experienceHands-on currently and ability to manage multiple projects as sole PMSelf-starter, self-motivated who have done complex projects,Experience working in Waterfall methodologyProject Management and Coordination in BI/DW Development and Infrastructure upgradesWorking with various functional teamsKnowledge of data analysis with strong Excel skillsGood documentation skillExcellent oral and written communication, including presentation skillsAnalytical and interpretive skillsGood interpersonal skillEducation & Licensing Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred. Major in Business Administration, Statistics, or Quantitative Analysis and courses in Computer Sciences preferred. Experience Six (6) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required to include two (2) years of general business experience with Client on data analysis or planning.Skills & KnowledgeKnowledge of related field procedures or insurance-related procedures and/or managed care systems and operationsGood knowledge of project management Knowledge of data analysis with strong Excel skills Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills PC literate, including Microsoft Office productsAnalytical and interpretive skillsGood organizational skillsGood interpersonal skillsGood negotiation skillsAbility to work in a team environmentAbility to meet or exceed Performance Competencies