Software Project Manager

Software Project Manager

Lincoln, Nebraska, USA

The Software Project Manager's main responsibility is to coordinate internal software projects. As new systems are implemented and significant upgrades are made, the Project Manager will coordinate the efforts of all necessary employees, implement various processes and procedures, and coordinate with managers and other staff members to ensure smooth implementation. The Project Manager will also be responsible for preparing timelines, documenting roll-out plans, and communicating these facts to the appropriate employees. Communication will be a major aspect of this position.

Also, the Project Manager will be required to implement a method of tracking proposed projects, projects under development, and projects in revision. They will be responsible for time management of the project they are working on, including keeping themselves and others accountable for progress. Moreover, the Project Manager will be instrumental in helping determine the validity of requests. This requires them to have a thorough knowledge of each Department's processes, needs, and objectives. This is an in-office position with a 4.5 day work week. No remote work available.

Duties:
• Discussing potential projects and parameters with clients, executives, and software developers.
• Planning out the blueprints for software projects, including defining the scope, allocating resources, setting deadlines, laying out communication strategies, and indicating tests and maintenance.
• Participating in and supervising each stage of the project.
• Ensuring each project stays on schedule and adheres to the deadlines.
• Creating a project budget and ensuring the project adheres to the budget as closely as possible.
• Determining and overseeing consistent testing, evaluation, security, and troubleshooting of all products in all stages of completion.
• Tracking milestones, deliverables, and change requests.
• Serving as a liaison to communicate information regarding changes, milestones reached, and other pertinent information.
• Delivering completed software products to clients and performing regular checks on the products' performance.

Qualifications
• Associates or bachelor's degree in business or technology field preferred but not required
• 2+ Years related project management preferred
• Proficient in Project Management tools
• General knowledge of software development and design
• Interest in technology and desire for continuous learning in the field
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and thrive in a high-pressure environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Able to work independently and communicate within a team environment
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Flexible and open to change
• Stable and progressive work history
• Results oriented
• In Office Position. 4.5 day regular work week. Ability to commute daily to local office is required.
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to travel both air and surface - valid driver's license required