5-7 years of consulting project management experience
5+ years of direct people management experience
Bachelor’s degree in business or technology-related field (or equivalent)
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Project and Team Foundation Server (TFS)
Good understanding of contract terms and interpretation
Demonstrated experience employing project management methods, tools, and techniques
Working knowledge of Microsoft platform technologies
Responsibilities
Manage project issues and risks, balancing scope, schedule, budget, and quality
Develop and maintain a detailed project work plan with controls and governance
Ensure accurate development and traceability of requirements throughout the project lifecycle
Manage the change enablement process during the project
Engage with clients to manage expectations and represent Avanade at governance meetings
Develop customer relationships to achieve mutual goals
Oversee project staffing, responsibilities, and schedule
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and training
Access to a collaborative work environment
Engagement with diverse project teams
Involvement in innovative projects using Microsoft technologies
Support for work-life balance initiatives
Full Job Description
Manage issues and risks associated with the project, including balancing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risks, and will manage aspects through formal change management mechanisms.
Develop, implement, and maintain a detailed project work plan, including appropriate controls, governance structures and monitoring to ensure on-time, on-budget, and quality outcomes.
Ensure accurate development and traceability of requirements during project lifecycle.
Manage the change enablement process throughout project duration.
Manage client expectations, updates and buy-in, including representing Avanade at governance meetings.
Manage and develop customer relationships and perceptions to achieve mutual goals.
Manage Avanade and subcontractor staff assigned to the project.
Determine the project approach, staffing, responsibilities, and schedule.
Ensure that project resources receive any necessary training and are used effectively.
Engage and manage appropriate onshore, offshore, and near shore workforces, including Service Licensing Agreements (SLAs).
Assist in the sales process, including estimating work effort and expenses using Avanade’s standard tools.
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Technical skills and knowledge:
Demonstrated ability to think and work systematically and logically.
Good understanding of contract terms and interpretation.
Demonstrated understanding of key Project/Program Management disciplines, including estimating, work planning, contract management, scope management, user acceptance, etc.
Experience in customer expectations management.
Demonstrated experience employing project management methods, tools, and techniques.
Working knowledge of Microsoft platform technologies.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Project and Team Foundation Server (TFS).
Good knowledge of Earned Value reporting.
Preferred Education Background
A Bachelor’s degree in business or technology-related field (or equivalent).
Preferred Years of Work Experience
5 - 7 years of consulting project management experience.
Preferred Years of Management Experience
5+ years of direct people management experience.
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About Accenture
Accenture plc is a multinational professional services company that provides services in strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations. The company has more than 537,000 employees serving clients in more than 120 countries. Accenture operates across five business segments: Communications, Media & Technology; Financial Services; Health & Public Service; Products; and Resources. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and has offices worldwide.
