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Senior Project Manager (Req #1395) at ePlus inc.

Irvine, CA Full-timeProf/Tech ServicesPosted about 1 month ago
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<hr> <p style="text-align: center;"><strong>Overview</strong></p> <hr> <p style="line-height: 1.1; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: rgb(53, 152, 219);"><strong>*REMOTE opportunity for candidates geographically located in Southern California</strong></span></span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The Senior Project Manager will support the Project Management Office leading both internal and external projects by managing communications and expectations with the customer as well as achieving goals and managing the project budget.</span></p> <hr> <p style="text-align: center; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Your Impact</strong></span></p> <hr> <p style="line-height: 1.1; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The essential functions of this position include:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Oversee, train, assist and develop the Project staff</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Run complex projects/programs from design and development to production</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Define requirements and plan project lifecycle deployment</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Work with Service Directors to define resource requirements and determine schedules for project implementation</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Create strategies for risk mitigation and contingency planning</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Plan and schedule project deliverables, goals and milestones</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Direct and oversee project engineering team and manage conflicts within group</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Perform team assessments and evaluations</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Facilitate team and client meetings effectively</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Hold regular status meetings with project team</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrate leadership to define requirements for project risk</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Work with Presales to develop Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for external services</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Manage and maintain technical and project documentation</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Manage day-to-day operational aspects and scope of projects</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Review deliverables prepared by team before passing to client</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Effectively apply ePlus methodology and enforce project standards</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Minimize exposure and risk on projects</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Track and report team hours and expenses on a weekly basis</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Manage project budget</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Determine appropriate revenue recognition, ensure timely and accurate invoicing, and monitor receivables for project</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Follow-up with clients regarding unpaid invoices, as necessary</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Analyze project profitability, revenue, margin, bill rates and utilization</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Continually seek opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Assure legal project documents are completed and signed</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Identify business development and “add-on” sales opportunities as they relate to a specific project</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Challenge others to develop as leaders while serving as a role model and mentor</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Develop lasting relationships with client personnel that fosters client ties</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Communicate effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative business solutions</span></li> </ul> <p style="line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">As a manager, you are also expected to:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lead and guide team members, fostering growth through mentoring, coaching, and development, while ensuring effective communication and collaboration.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Promote an environment of inclusivity and respect, valuing diverse perspectives and encouraging open dialogue among all team members.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Collaborate on strategic initiatives, leveraging your expertise to drive innovation and positive change within the organization.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Cultivate a proactive approach to conflict resolution, striving for amicable solutions and escalating concerns as needed.</span></li> </ul> <hr> <p style="text-align: center; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Qualifications</strong></span></p> <hr> <p style="line-height: 1.1;">&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Business, Engineering, Technology or related field</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification or equivalent</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Minimum 10 years of project management or IT Management experience</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Minimum 5 years of experience coordinating and/supporting IT business processes</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) or other best practices certification is a plus</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong organizational, presentation, and customer service skills</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Expert Knowledge of PMBOK, Six Sigma</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Professional demeanor and good communication skills</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Understand revenue models, P/L, and cost-to-completion projections; make decisions accordingly</span></li> </ul> <hr> <p style="text-align: center; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Position Specifics</strong></span></p> <hr> <p style="line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The initial base salary range for this position is expected to be between<strong> $110,000 and $160,000</strong> annually. The final base salary offered will be determined by multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, depth of experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, our compensation structure may include other components such as commissions and discretionary bonuses.</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">ePlus offers a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility, employee stock purchase program and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and personal leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an offer of employment is extended.</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">#LI-BM1</span></p> <p style="line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">#IND1</span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><hr> <div style="text-align: center; line-height: 1.1;"><hr></div> <div style="text-align: center; line-height: 1.1;"> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Who We Are</strong></span></p> </div> <div> <p style="line-height: 1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">At ePlus, we believe technology is a people business. Our team is passionate, skilled, and driven to deliver solutions that make a real difference. Join us and be part of a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and extraordinary results.</span></p> </div> <p style="text-align: center; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Corporate Values</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Respectful communication and cooperation:</strong> We prioritize respectful communication, fostering an environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Teamwork and employee participation:</strong> Collaboration and teamwork thrive through diverse perspectives, both within our teams and in our interactions with our customers.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Work/life balance that supports our employees’ varying needs:</strong> We value the well-being of our employees, recognizing that a healthy work-life balance is pivotal to our collective success.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Embracing communities:</strong> We embrace and support the communities that nurture us. Our employees' dedication to fostering positive change is a source of immense pride for us.</span></li> </ul> <p style="text-align: center; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">ePlus is dedicated to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture that represents diversity, enables inclusion, and makes our employees feel comfortable bringing their full, unique selves to work.&nbsp;</span></li> </ul> <div style="line-height: 1.1;"> <div style="text-align: center; line-height: 1.1;"><span style="text-decoration: underline; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Physical Requirements</strong></span></div> <ul> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">While performing this role, you will engage in both seated and occasional standing or walking activities. We provide reasonable accommodations, in accordance with relevant laws, to support success in this position.</span></li> <li style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">By embracing our values, you will contribute to our collective mission of making a positive impact within our organization and the broader community. We understand that this job description serves as a guide and is not an employment contract.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 8pt; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">ePlus maintains a California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Privacy Notice on our Trust Center, available here: <a href="https://trust.eplus.com/?itemUid=4064ac33-7b48-407b-aed7-ce02971d1ec1&amp;source=click">CCPA Privacy Notice</a>.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 8pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Notice to Recruiting Agencies:</strong> ePlus only accepts unsolicited resumes when presented directly by a candidate. Unsolicited resumes submitted to ePlus from any other source will be considered ePlus property and will not qualify for any placement or referral fees. ePlus will only pay such fees in connection with a valid written agreement between ePlus and the referring agency, and then only after providing advance written approval to the referring agency to submit resumes in connection with a particular opportunity.</span></p> </div></div>