Project Manager at Abacus Group LLC

<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Job Summary:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Abacus Group is a fast-growing technology company focused on providing Hedge Funds,&nbsp;Private Equity firms&nbsp;&amp; Healthcare clients&nbsp;with cloud-based IT solutions.&nbsp;We are looking for an independent, motivated, and enthusiastic Project Manager.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">If you are a self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and strong interpersonal skills, as well as an excellent understanding of project management approaches, we'd love to consider you for this opportunity. This position reports to the&nbsp;Manager of Professional Services&nbsp;and interacts with global business, management, and technical teams to develop consolidated project plans, status reports, and metrics, spanning all project areas.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Responsibilities</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">: (including but not limited to the following) </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop a full understanding of customer requirements, identifying project deliverables and outcomes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Working with clients from project initiation to completion, which encompasses the planning, organizing, and management of resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop and monitor schedules to ensure that projects are completed within established deadlines.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Assist with the development of project plans, including project timelines, budgets, and resource requirements.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Identifying project risks, mitigation strategies and communicating status and risk issues to stakeholders.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Lead status meetings, tracks and maintains detailed issues and risks lists, and prepares appropriate project meeting minutes and status reports.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Meet regularly with related service providers to ensure that integration issues are identified and resolved.</span><span data-contrast="auto">   </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Interfaces with all levels of business and technical management staff, as well as project teams to facilitate problem resolution and the resolution of competing priorities.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Monitors team progress to ensure that project objectives are met.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What you need to do to be effective in this role</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Demonstrate experience in a project delivery environment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Exceptional organizational skills.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong Presentation skills; able to collate and summarize meetings.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">An interest in Technology and/or business operational improvement.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">A self-motivated individual, able to work independently and part of a larger team</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Be flexible for evening and weekend work</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Essential Skills and Experience Required:</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Must have 3-5&nbsp;years of experience in executing small to mid-sized technology projects focused on client infrastructure onboarding,</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Must possess strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills. Must be motivated, decisive, flexible, and possess sound business judgment.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to handle and manage stressful situations in a professional manner.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong presentation skills, both oral and written, with the ability to lead meetings.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong proficiency in Office 365, SharePoint and Azure.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project or the equivalent.</span><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to manage multiple tactical and strategic project initiatives.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to manage remote resources and projects.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to prioritize project requests from business and technical teams.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to protect project scope and set expectations with the customer.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience within an IT Service Provider environment would be advantageous.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> <li><span data-contrast="auto">Relevant Project Management certification a plus.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>What you can Expect:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)</li> <li>Gym discount</li> <li>Life insurance</li> <li>Comprehensive travel insurance for you and your family in line with scheme rules</li> <li>Confidential well-being and counselling support</li> <li>Competitive Compensation</li> <li>Robust benefits package: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance</li> <li>Contributory pension scheme</li> <li>Company events</li> <li>Private Medical and Dental Insurance</li> </ul> <p><strong>You'll love this job if:</strong></p> <ul> <li>You are highly <strong>STRATEGIC:</strong> You are always looking for opportunities to produce the best work output with the most efficiency</li> <li>You are extremely <strong>ORGANISED:</strong> You are not overwhelmed by the thought of tackling multiple tasks simultaneously.</li> <li>You are <strong>DETAIL ORIENTED</strong>: You appreciate the importance of having detailed and precise information.</li> <li>You are a strong <strong>COMMUNICATOR</strong>: You are a people person and collaborate well with others.</li> <li>You are <strong>AGILE</strong>: You adapt well to changing needs and priorities and are able to pivot easily to achieve goals and deadlines.</li> <li>You are <strong>PASSIONATE</strong>: about your work and support the people at this company.</li> </ul> <p><em>Polite Notice to Recruitment Agencies:&nbsp; We are recruiting for this role directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list of valued recruitment partners who support us when we need a little extra help. If you are not one of our preferred recruitment partners, we won’t accept your CV introductions or grant any candidate ownership to any introductions that you make.</em><em><br><br>Abacus Information Technology Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and promote equality across our business. The terminology used in this advert is not intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. Therefore, we welcome qualified applicants applications from all sections of society and are always happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and / or additional arrangements as required to support your application.</em></p> <p><em>This role may be subject to a background check after an employment offer has been made, and final employment will be subject to a positive result; in addition, a reference and DBS check may be requested at the final stage of the process.</em></p>