Manager, Project Development

Description
Responsible for managing deliverables and delivering projects on time from the business requirement stages through post implementation activities. The Project Development Manager will also lead the planning and execution of projects to ensure that project goals are accomplished, and company objectives are met. Partners with Product Managers to ensure products success.


Job Accountability/Responsibilities:


Essential Functions
Project Planning (30%):
Gather requirements and facilitate developing business case for project portfolio management, including high level estimates.
Create project plans; budget, issues and risks, action items, status reports as well as adhere to internal project methodologies.
Release Planning.


Project Execution and Management (50%):
Manage, integrate, and balance resource requirements and budget forecasts across multiple projects without adversely impacting deliverables, timelines or quality.
Lead teams in the design, development, integration and support of software products and systems.
Lead teams to be more T-shaped.
Identify and resolve project issues and risks, including tracking, escalation, and mitigation.
Perform ongoing support role regarding application and system operations and results - includes the following: direct support, problem investigation and/or liaison to other departments to ensure timely problem resolution.
Spend 10-15% of the time on programming/coding to ensure familiarity with the tech stack and the products.
Supervise performance and professional development for technical members of the team to include regular 1:1 meeting, hiring of new resources and delivering regular evaluations.
Follows Railincs Agile approach to software development as appropriate.
Partners with product managers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure success of the product/functionality being developed.


Project Communication (20%):
Report project progress to senior management and stakeholders, identifying issues and resolutions.
Manage stakeholder expectations and deliver to them.
Key Measures:
Project metrics.
Knowledge, Skills, abilities/minimum requirements/competencies:
Capability to understand customer application use from the customers perspective business needs.
Strong interpersonal, communication, organization, and planning skills.
Capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced cross-functional development environment.
Demonstrated strength in project management methodology and practice.
Strong project leadership and management skills required, including previous experience leading successful technical teams and projects.
Knowledge in AWS or other cloud technologies preferred.
Knowledge of multi-tier architecture technology and its use, specifically Java, High Availability, and Disaster Recovery highly desired.
Broad understanding and experience of full development life cycle.
Knowledge of business analysis tools and techniques required.
Must possess initiative with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
Previous experience working with offshore technical teams desired.
Deadline driven projects with possibility of heavy workloads at times.
Education, experience, certification/training:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent field desired.
Minimum of seven (7) years software development experience.
2 years of previous software development management/team lead experience required.
Experience with Agile, SCRUM preferred.
PMP Certification preferred (must earn in first 12 months of employment).
Agile certification (PMI or Scrum Alliance) preferred.
Values:
Results: We deliver on our promises to create value for the freight rail industry through talented people, good ideas, business leadership and great technology.
Collaboration: We collaborate with our teams and our customers to get the job done, respecting individual ideas and contributions and moving forward in pursuit of shared goals.
Service: We serve the changing needs of our customers and our industry to enhance the value they bring to our community, the environment and our economy.
Physical Requirements:
Sedentary work: Assignment involves sitting at workstation (desk) most of the time (up to 8 hours) with only occasional walking and/or standing.
Keyboarding: Primarily using fingers for typing.
Talking: Expressing or communicating verbally through use of spoken words (accurately conveying detailed or important spoken instructions to others).
Hearing: Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make discriminations in sound.
Visual: Through close visual acuity, required to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading (with or without correction).
Environment: Because the requirements of this position require frequent, often informal collaboration with other Railinc colleagues and external stakeholders, and to maximize the development of the skills and responsibilities essential for this position, Railinc expects that the work required of this role be performed predominantly in the office consistent with Railincs in-the-office work policies, as communicated by Human Resources and/or Management. Any individual variations on in-the-office work policies will be reviewed by Human Resources on a case-by-case basis. As work is performed predominantly within an office setting, there is no substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions (i.e., extreme heat, cold, noise, etc.).
Skills
software development, agile, scrum, microsoft office, aws, java, Project leadership, Leadership development, Strategy, Project goals, Project scope
Top Skills Details
software development,agile,scrum,microsoft office,aws,java
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Education, experience, certification/training:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent field desired.
Minimum of seven (7) years software development experience.
2 years of previous software development management/team lead experience required.
Experience with Agile, SCRUM preferred.
PMP Certification preferred (must earn in first 12 months of employment).
Agile certification (PMI or Scrum Alliance) preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Sedentary work: Assignment involves sitting at workstation (desk) most of the time (up to 8 hours) with only occasional walking and/or standing.
Keyboarding: Primarily using fingers for typing.
Talking: Expressing or communicating verbally through use of spoken words (accurately conveying detailed or important spoken instructions to others).
Hearing: Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make discriminations in sound.
Visual: Through close visual acuity, required to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing computer terminal; extensive reading (with or without correction).
Environment: Because the requirements of this position require frequent, often informal collaboration with other Railinc colleagues and external stakeholders, and to maximize the development of the skills and responsibilities essential for this position, Railinc expects that the work required of this role be performed predominantly in the office consistent with
Experience Level
Expert Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Cary, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $150000.00/yr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
See Davidson for Benefits
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cary,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2026.

About TEKsystems


We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services


Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.


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