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)
Strong understanding of project management disciplines like estimating and scope management
Experience in managing customer expectations
Proficient in Microsoft Project and Team Foundation Server (TFS)
Good knowledge of Earned Value reporting
Responsibilities
Manage project issues and risks, balancing scope, schedule, budget, and quality
Develop and maintain a detailed project work plan with governance structures
Ensure accurate requirements development and traceability throughout the project
Oversee the change enablement process during the project
Manage client expectations and represent Avanade at governance meetings
Cultivate customer relationships to achieve mutual goals
Lead and manage project staff, including subcontractors
Determine project approach, staffing, and schedule
Ensure project resources receive necessary training and are utilized effectively
Engage and manage onshore, offshore, and nearshore workforces
Benefits
Opportunity to work with a leading technology firm
Access to professional development and training programs
Collaborative work environment with diverse teams
Involvement in high-impact projects
Potential for career advancement within the company
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.
Qualifications
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.
About Avanade Inc.
Avanade is a global professional services company that provides IT consulting and services to businesses and organizations. The company was founded in 2000 as a joint venture between Accenture and Microsoft and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Avanade's services include digital transformation, cloud computing, data analytics, and managed services. The company has a global presence, with offices in more than 20 countries. Avanade is known for its expertise in Microsoft technologies and its focus on delivering innovative solutions to its clients.
