Skilled professional needed to lead cross-functional teams in the successful delivery of complex projects across the organization (applications, infrastructure, finance, HR, IOT and more). If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel at managing multiple projects concurrently, and are a results-driven project management professional with a passion for driving complex initiatives to successful completion, this role is the perfect fit for your talents.

• Start date: Immediate
• Duration: 6+month W2 contract
• Location: North Orange County, CA (Hybrid )
• Compensation: The expected compensation starts at $65/hr with flexibility to go higher DOE. The offered compensation to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include (but are not limited to) the type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive program plans, and budgets for initiatives focused on manufacturing, distribution, and ordering functions.
• Lead cross-functional teams consisting of developers, business analysts, and subject matter experts to ensure successful delivery of projects within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Manage and prioritize multiple projects concurrently, monitoring project progress, dependencies, risks, issues, and action items; proactively identify and mitigate potential roadblocks to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Closely tracks project budgets, resourcing and utilization.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors/partners.
• Manage to PM Operating Model (meetings, status reporting).
• Familiar with Change Request process
• Maintain up-to-date project documentation in the PMO departmental repository and in ServiceNow.
• Adhere to the PMO defined processes, methodologies, and minimum required documentation.
• Work with stakeholders and the project team to complete required SDLC deliverables and approvals (Charter, BRD, Design Doc, Test Plan, UAT), etc.
• Create and communicate status reporting at all levels.
• Track and report team hours and budget on a weekly basis

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Extensive experience (10+ years) managing IT programs/projects.
• Proven track record of leading complex implementation projects from inception to completion.
• Executive presence leading meetings and strategic discussions with Executive and - Senior leadership teams, presentations to large groups of all levels (C-Level to staff)
• Effective written and verbal communications.
• Previous experience working within Waterfall environments
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment including project team members, external vendors, consultants, etc.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred. Experience with
• Project Management tools such as MS Project.

Please apply today!