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Job title: Mainframe Migration Project Manager
Location: Atlanta, GA
Position type: Fulltime
As a Program Manager, you are responsible for the successful implementation of large and very large Legacy Modernization projects that are critical to our client’s enterprise strategic objectives. The Program Manager leads project teams through planning and execution and monitors and controls the project through the project lifecycle.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Understand and implement the PMO Project Management Methodology and participate in the continuous improvement of the methodology and processes.
- Lead very large Legacy. Mainframe Modernization projects
- Plan, execute and control projects through the project development lifecycle
- Proactively monitor and control all project aspects and provide corrective actions to appropriate stakeholders
- Identify and negotiate schedules, milestones, and resources required to meet project objectives
- Document and complete all project management deliverables required by the project
- Resolve issues, proactively evaluate project activities, build contingency plans, execute corrective actions when necessary and implement risk response plans to manage risk
- Manage project scope, schedule and cost, following an established change management process
- Work with Project Owners, other Project Managers and all leads to manage project quality and completeness
- Work with the project team and key stakeholders to identify issues and risks, and to implement correction action plans or risk response plans as appropriate
- Utilize influence skills to help achieve project results
- Consult with and escalate high risk items to leadership in all aspects of the project delivery
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- 10+ years of experience in software development and Project and Program Management that directly aligns with the specific responsibilities for this position
- 3-5 years’ experience in Legacy Modernization is preferred
SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION
- Good grasp of mainframe technology from a project management point of view
- Expert knowledge of project management methodology and its practical application towards completing work including Waterfall and multiple forms of Agile
- Creative and assertive with the ability/experience to mentor others
- Familiarity with Agile P.M.M and experience with Azure DevOps and similar tools for managing large projects.
- Undergraduate degree; educational concentration in Information Technology or similar field is preferred
Advantage Zensar
We are a digital solutions and technology services company that partners with global organizations across industries to achieve digital transformation. With a strong track record of innovation, investment in digital solutions, and commitment to client success, at Zensar, you can help clients achieve new thresholds of performance. A subsidiary of RPG Group, Zensar has its HQ in India, and offices across the world, including Mexico, South Africa, UK and USA.
Zensar is all about celebrating individuality, creativity, innovation, and flexibility. We hire based on values, talent, and the potential necessary to fill a given job profile, irrespective of nationality, sexuality, race, color, and creed. We also put in policies to empower this assorted talent pool with the right environment for growth.
At Zensar, you Grow, Own, Achieve, Learn.
Learn more about our culture: https://www.zensar.com/careers/who-we-are
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