Technical Project Manager Software Jobs in Lexington, NC

Position Summary:
The Technical Project Manager is responsible for establishing project teams and providing overall direction for assigned technical projects - related to infrastructure or software - from initiation through delivery. They perform requirements definition, estimation, and budget management, formulate project scope and delivery strategies, establish milestones and schedules, maintain and report project status and monitor the progress of all team members.
Working alongside the project team members, the Technical Project Manager may directly contribute to the project by gathering required data from end users, creating technical specifications and serving as the liaison between technical and non-technical departments.
This role indirectly manages internal and external resources to ensure successful completion of technical projects, keeping leadership informed of key issues that may impact completion, budget or other results.
As an experienced, disciplined and self-motivated manager, the incumbent must thrive in a fast-paced environment, be client-focused, team-oriented, and able to execute in a way that encourages creativity, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Primary Accountabilities:

• Project Management

  • Apply knowledge of project management principles, tools, and processes to lead assigned technical project(s)

  • Consult with stakeholders and designated project team members to determine the scope, budget, resources and timeline of the project, and gain approval to launch the effort

  • Coordinate requirements definition, perform effort and time estimations, and establish appropriate budget management

  • Collaborate with the project team to formulate project scope and delivery strategies, establish milestones and schedules

  • Complete the project schedule and work breakdown structure to estimate effort and duration of project tasks

  • confirm assignment of resources and validate completion date targets for project tasks

  • Actively manage the resources assigned to the team and monitor the progress of work

  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams within the organization to ensure all functional areas have been addressed

  • may serve as the liaison between technical and non-technical departments

  • Effectively manage project scope by ensuring any changes are documented, vetted, and approved via a clearly defined change management process

  • Ensure problems, issues, and risks that may affect project goals are identified, documented, and resolved

  • Ensure processes are in place for effective communication, testing, training and documentation, go-live and transition activities to occur throughout the project lifecycle

  • Track and report project status and key metrics to project stakeholders regularly

  • Complete post-project evaluation to determine how well results were achieved and provide insight for improvement to future delivery of projects

• Strategic

  • Partner with stakeholders to fully understand business requirements to build the business case (if applicable), including valuation of the project, in order to secure appropriate project level prioritization, staffing, and funding as necessary

  • Work cross-functionally with the enterprise in mind for all projects as assigned

  • Manage multiple tasks and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment

• Influence

  • Understand a broad group of perspectives and requirements from multiple stakeholders gain alignment to deliver an end-to-end solution that meets the needs of the collective group

  • Work to gain and maintain credibility with business leaders and key stakeholders to ensure ongoing collaboration and effective communication

  • Demonstrate a growing knowledge and application of skills and product knowledge

Additional Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned

• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors in business, technology or a related field required

• 4-6 years of related work experience in project management, utilizing either Agile or Waterfall methodologies with a minimum of 3 years managing projects of a technical nature; or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for this position required

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with confidence, clarity, and focus; able to convey concepts and considerations to non-technical and technical experts alike

• Leadership skills with the ability to collaborate and build relationships across organizations, bridge gaps between teams, and successfully influence without authority

• Advanced knowledge/use of Microsoft and Google Suites

• Industry experience within financial services, logistics, CPG manufacturer or Retailer, a plus

• General knowledge of key technical areas, such as Service Desk, Network, Internet, Server, Database, Cloud, Software Engineering

• Conceptual understanding of Configuration Management Database

• Lean Six Sigma Yellow, Green or Black Belt preferred

• Portfolio Management Professional (PMP) preferred

• Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) preferred

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the major job responsibilities (essential functions) of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the major job responsibilities. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.

• Use Hands to Handle Objects - Regularly

• Reach with Hands or Arms - Regularly

• Talk or Hear and Read Instructions - Regularly

• Stand, Kneel, or Stoop and Lift 20 Pounds - Occasionally

• View Items at a Close Range - Regularly

Rarely: Job requires this activity up to 25% of the time
Occasionally: Job requires this activity between 25% - 50% of the time
Frequently: Job requires this activity between 50% - 75% of the time
Constantly: Job requires this activity more than 75% of the time
Individual Competencies

• Teamwork: Advanced communication skills used to lead a team.

• Communication: Contributes to strategy for their team.

• Problem Solving: Completes routine and repetitive tasks where tasks are straightforward.

• Establish Focus: Communicates at a high level and is able to negotiate on a broad spectrum of matters.

• Integrity: Able to communicate well in straight-forward situations.

• Business Acumen: Gains support for ideas within the team.

• Vision and Strategy: Division.

As an Inmar Associate, you:

• Put clients first and consistently display a positive attitude and behaviors that demonstrate an awareness and willingness to listen and respond to clients in order to meet their short-term and long-term needs, requirements and exceed their expectations.

• Treat clients and teammates with courtesy, consideration and tact; you also have the ability to perceive the needs of internal and external clients and communicate effectively with the objective of delighting and retaining the client.

• Build collaborative relationships and work cooperatively with others, inside and outside the organization, to accomplish objectives, develop and maintain mutually beneficial partnerships, leverage information and achieve results.

• Set and attain achievable, yet aggressive, goals with a sense of urgency and accountability.

• Understand that results are important and focus on turning mission into action to achieve results following the principles of Flawless Execution while consistently complying with quality, service and productivity standards to meet deadlines and exceed expectations by giving our clients the best possible outcome.

• Support a safe work environment by following safety rules and regulations and reporting all safety hazards.

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At Inmar, we put people first and that means empowering our associates to thrive at every stage of life and career. Our comprehensive and competitive benefits package is thoughtfully designed to support a wide range of lifestyles and life stages.

Eligible associates have access to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance options

• 401(k) retirement plans with company match

• Health Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA)

We also offer:

• Flexible time off and 11 paid holidays

• Family-building benefits, including Maternity, Adoption, and Parental Leave

• Tuition Reimbursement and certification support, reflecting our commitment to lifelong learning

• Wellness and Mental Health counseling services

• Concierge and work/life support resources

• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement

• Perks and discount programs

Please note that eligibility for some benefits may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be governed by specific plan or program terms.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.

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This position is not eligible for student visa sponsorship, including F-1 OPT or CPT. Candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.