Project Manager

Req ID: 53517At NTT DATA Services, we know that with the right people on board, anything is possible. The quality, integrity, and commitment of our employees are key factors in our company’s growth, market presence and our ability to help our clients stay a step ahead of the competition. By hiring the best people and helping them grow both professionally and personally, we ensure a bright future for NTT DATA Services and for the people who work here.NTT DATA Services currently seeks a Project Manager to join our team in Houston, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).Define and create project plans for project, portfolio, and product prioritization and implementation• Evaluate trade-offs between project size and complexity, cost, urgency, risk, and stakeholder value• Partner with business sponsors to define success metrics and criteria• Build, lead, and coach multiple project teams throughout project lifecycles• Facilitate all operational checkpoint activities throughout the lifecycle of projects• Assess and resolve all high priority project risks as they are encountered• Ensure all projects adhere to project methodology compliance standards set by the company• Continually update relevant business stakeholder of project status• Ensure all projects meet success parameters and ROI targets stated in business caseExcellent project management, organization, and team collaboration skills• Excellent written and verbal communication skills• Excellent facilitation, collaboration, negotiation, and presentation skills• Ability to anticipate risks and devise solutions in the moment• Comfort with ambiguity, frequent change, or unpredictability• Strong team leadership skills• Strong knowledge of business objectivesUnderstanding of software development lifecycles (i.e. Agile, SCRUM, Waterfall, Iterative)• Proficient with the Project and Portfolio Management Tools (Visio, MS Project, Clarity, etc.)• PMI certification or equivalent preferred• In depth understanding of project management conceptsThis position is only available to those interested in direct staff employment opportunities with NTT DATA, Inc. or its subsidiaries. Please note, 1099 or corp-2-corp contractors or the equivalent will NOT be considered. We offer a full comprehensive benefits package that starts from your first day of employment. About NTT DATA ServicesNTT DATA Services partners with clients to navigate and simplify the modern complexities of business and technology, delivering the insights, solutions and outcomes that matter most. We deliver tangible business results by combining deep industry expertise with applied innovations in digital, cloud and automation across a comprehensive portfolio of consulting, applications, infrastructure and business process services.NTT DATA Services, headquartered in Plano, Texas, is a division of NTT DATA Corporation, a top 10 global business and IT services provider with 118,000+ professionals in more than 50 countries, and NTT Group, a partner to 88 percent of the Fortune 100. Visit nttdataservices.com to learn more.NTT DATA, Inc. (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs. The Company will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other class protected by law. To comply with applicable laws ensuring equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, the Company will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant or an employee unless undue hardship to the Company would result.Posting Date:Department: -