Job Details

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. Our client is a company that specializes in global climate technologies. It operates in the Climate segment that delivers energy efficient products and energy services. The company offers the client and American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning which provides heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, and commercial and residential building services, parts, support, and controls; energy services and building automation.

Position: Project Manager 5 (IT)

Location: Remote

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Remote

Job Description:

• We are seeking a skilled and experienced Engineering IT Project Manager to join our team.
• As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining Agile methodologies within our engineering IT projects.
• The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in engineering and IT, as well as substantial experience in both Agile and waterfall project management techniques.
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, facilitate Agile processes, and ensure the successful delivery of projects.

• Act as the main point of contact for project-related communication with stakeholders and requestors.
• Work with requestors to convert new requests into a project initiation A3
• Foster collaboration and effective teamwork among engineers, IT specialists, and other stakeholders
• Manage stakeholder expectations, providing regular updates on project progress and changes.

• Collaborate with the IT Product Owner to maintain a portfolio of projects using the principles of demand management, agile WIP controls, and a structured and visible project prioritization approach.

• Collaborate with the project team to define project goals, scope, and deliverables.
• Monitor and report project progress, addressing any issues or risks proactively.
• Remove any obstacles or impediments that are inhibiting progress or impacting team performance.
• Maintain project budget and resource tracking.
• Agile projects: Facilitate Scrum events (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives, etc.).

• Strong background in engineering and IT, with a awareness of how product engineering works
• Solid knowledge of Agile principles, methodologies, and frameworks, including Scrum and Kanban.
• Excellent facilitation, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Agile project management tools and software.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or similar Agile certifications highly desirable.
• Proven experience as a ScrumMaster or Agile Project Manager, preferably within an engineering or IT context is also highly desirable