Job#: 2077562

Job Description:

Position: Project Manager II

Rate: 65/hr

Location: Onsite in Austin, TX (78744)

Long Term W2 Contract

The Project Manager II is an Information Technology (IT) position that will manage components of highly complex and visible projects and/or program initiatives. This role will follow project management methodologies and governance processes to deliver work products on time and within a set budget. The role will also collaborate with the end-user and key stakeholders to provide status updates and gather requirements, with the vendor on their implementation and delivery of contract deliverables, and with the internal IT Team. The Project Manager will be responsible for maintaining and managing the timeline for multiple projects. Further, this individual will work to identify project risks and issues and proactively manage a plan to mitigate the risks and resolve the issues.

Qualifications:

· Experience with general IT SDLC processes.

· Experience with implementing Enterprise Systems Integration projects.

· Experience with SAP.

· Experience with mediating business units that may have conflicting requirements.

· Experience driving systems integration delivery projects from 3rd party vendors to delivery acceptance and project closure.

· Experience with preparing and presenting executive level project communications, project tracking and stakeholder management.

· Ability to create and maintain several project artifacts including Project Timeline, Risk & Issue Log, Communication Plan, Stakeholder Register etc.

· Ability to identify, manage, and mitigate project risks and issues.

· Responsible for project scope delivery adhering to and optimizing schedule, costs, and resources. Projects include our client, partners, and third-party deliverables.

· Acts as the counterpart for vendors program leader to ensure customer satisfaction and be the escalation point for service delivery activities.

· Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Must be a creative thinker to solve issues.

· Must be hands-on-project manager for multiple projects.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.