Sr Project Manager, IT

About the role

Gartner is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a multi-disciplinary team in an Agile/Scrum environment. The ideal candidate will manage complex web applications, implement system and business process improvements, and align with Gartner's profit, growth, and customer satisfaction goals.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective implementation of Agile/Scrum processes and provide coaching to maximize their benefits.
• Exhibit a continuous learning attitude towards new tools, techniques, and methodologies.
• Run projects using Agile Scrum methodologies.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and interact seamlessly with both business and project teams.
• Facilitate discussions to resolve project issues and development impediments.
• Report project progress to management and executive-level stakeholders.
• Communicate the release plan with key stakeholders and end-users.
• Proactively help the product owner manage the backlog.
• Show a desire to continuously improve and demonstrate a track record of improvement.
• Collaborate well with IT associates and business partners to resolve operational issues.
• Develop processes to manage operational issues in a timely and efficient manner.
• Identify and resolve systemic operational issues, presenting root causes and process improvements.

Requirements

• 4-year degree (Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field) or equivalent work experience.
• 4+ years of experience working in an Agile Scrum environment.
• Strong experience with the full software development lifecycle and software development methodologies (Agile).
• Ability to influence the scope and direction of initiatives across multiple levels of management and all organizational boundaries.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a matrixed organization.
• Self-starter with a demonstrated ability to learn beyond formal training and a strong aptitude for delivering quality products.
• Experience working with a distributed team.
• Strong knowledge of product development.
• Salesforce (SFDC) knowledge a plus.
• The ability to establish credibility quickly with Business Units and IT partners as a passionate change agent.
• Drive projects to successful completion, within budget, and on-time.
• Familiarity with the systems scope and projects objectives, as well as the role and function of each team member.
• Understanding of the strategic direction of the business to ensure that new features and functions are implemented to conform to stated strategies and business needs.
• Ability to influence and manage the expectations of clients, team members, management, and external groups.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of project tracking software like Jira.

Qualifications

• Competitive Compensation Package.
• Ongoing mentorship and apprenticeship; Leadership courses, development programs, technical courses, certification opportunities, and more!
• 20+ PTO days plus holidays and floating holidays in your first year.
• Extensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Hybrid environment with flexibility, remote work.
• Parental leave.
• Gartner Gives Charity Match.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Health and wellness related allowance programs.
• 401K with corporate match, immediate vesting.
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces diversity.
• Professional development and unlimited growth opportunities.

Benefits

• Professional development and unlimited growth opportunities.

Pay

Competitive Compensation Package

Schedule

Hybrid environment with flexibility, remote work