Project Manager

Project ManagerLocation: Madison, WIType: ContractUS Citizen/ GC and GC EADKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Agile on how to set-up project, managing a team of strategistsStrong/proven project management experienceStrong/proven leadership skills (ability to lead, direct and mentor others)Excellent verbal and written communication skills with end users, IT and ManagementStrong change management experienceStrong process orientationMulti-project planning and progress trackingDashboard Status reporting with a focus on status reporting to executivesAbility to build strong relationships and alliances with key stakeholdersStrong planning skillsEffective at managing conflictUnderstanding of the PM processImplementation of PM strategiesStrong planning and organizational skillsProgram/Project metrics reporting knowledgeMS Office / Excel skillsStrong understanding of dependency management across projectsCreating Project PlansDocumentation SkillsExcellent Communication Skills - verbal and writtenProcess orientationProcess trackingDashboard status reportingStrong presentation/facilitation skillsJob Responsibilities:Lead and manage large complex projects for the division; successfully run projects of high complexity and successfully run high-risk projects.Deliver them on time, within budget, and in accordance with pre-defined specifications.Provide portfolio management of large complex projects/programs for the division.Ensure effective integration and communication between multiple projects, and quality project performance information distribution.Research, provide and improve divisional project management best practices.Work closely with business stakeholders to assure the scope and direction of each project is on schedule.Ability to lead, direct and mentor othersTeam player / Ability to work with all levels in the organization and ability to build strong relationships and alliances with key stakeholders