Project Manager - (US-MA-Boston - 02298)

Minimum Education: None
Jobcode: 40173204
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Summary

The Project Manager at Digitas Inc. will be responsible for coordinating and monitoring business projects from initiation through closure. The successful candidate will partner with our business units to manage implementations of new technology and/or solve strategic business problems. The Project Manager will ensure that project objectives are satisfied through on-time delivery that is within budget, accurate scope definition, and appropriate resource utilization.



Job Experience

At least three to five years of prior project management experience managing multiple large to enterprise-wide software implementation, Internet technology, data warehousing, reporting environment and tools related projects. Familiarity with off shore development and operations vendor management. Familiarity with agency operations, online advertisement type of work.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, MIS, or equivalent experience

Skills

> Excellent written and oral communication skills

> Experience with Microsoft Project and/or Project Server 2003

> Experience with Microsoft Office products (specifically daily use of Excel and Word)

> Understanding of advanced project management processes/procedures

> Ability to manage large to enterprise-wide projects

> Outstanding leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills

> Strong analytical, problem solving and documentation skills

> Familiar with ERP systems, relational databases, and web-related technologies

Traits & Distinguishing Characteristics

> Build and manage internal client relationships

> Ability to independently manage multiple projects simultaneously

> Teamwork and collaboration-oriented

> Professional poise and presence

> Ability to drive results and achieve on-time delivery

> Personal accountability/ownership mentality

> Commitment to learning new technology and processes

responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

> Manage projects throughout the project lifecycle including planning, analysis and design, development, deployment, and closure

> Determine project milestones and actively measure project progress against milestones to ensure timely and successful completion

> Ensure the project follows the proper planning and execution as outlined in the project management methodology

> Develop and maintain key project deliverables: project plans, scope documents, communication plans, status reports, and issue management plans

> Manage and coordinate all necessary staff for project success

> Work with stakeholders to determine and prioritize project objectives, critical success factors, and project risks

> Assign tasks, set priorities, and provide guidance in the completion of tasks and deliverables

> Validate and review business/systems requirements documentation

> Communicate project progress to management, executive sponsor, and project team as defined in the communication plan

> Track and escalate issues as appropriate

For more information, visit www.digitasinc.com

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