Complex Consulting Project Manager, Watson IoT & SCM - CoC

Job description

IBM Global Business Services (GBS) is a team of business, strategy and technology consultants enabling enterprises to make smarter decisions and providing unparalleled client and consumer experiences in cognitive, data analytics, cloud technology and mobile app development. With global reach, outcome-focused methodologies and deep industry expertise, IBM GBS empowers clients to digitally reinvent their business and get the competitive edge in the cognitive era in over 170 countries.

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The Watson IoT & Supply Chain Management Consulting practice in the Center of Competency provides industry leading Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions to clients in every part of the world. We are now expanding our team and looking for an experienced Program/Project Manager who has consulting experience with Asset Management / Asset Performance Management / Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) background.

The Project Manager should have a thorough understanding of the nature of business problems across industries, and the products and solutions available that can provide value in solving those problems. The Project Manager manages the delivery of projects of significant size and complexity involving software package implementation and custom development. The individual will leverage expert knowledge across Project Management methodologies to coach and mentor the project team to produce high-quality, on-time, on-budget project deliverables Specifically, the Project Manager is responsible for managing the administration of assigned projects including project definition, project status reporting, project quality and project staffing.

Key Responsibilities include:

·  Use consulting skills, business knowledge and package solution expertise to manage and deliver complex projects in a client environment
·  Build and manage client relationships including C-suite
·  Work with clients to establish project policies, procedures, schedules and plans
·  Drive task level project plans that include requirements, communications, contracts, issue resolution, risk and resource management
·  Manage project financials including cost and schedule variances
·  Ensure project is delivered on-time and on budget
·  Schedule project review meetings
·  Write and distribute weekly reports
·  Administer and approve project time, expenses and reporting
·  Support the sales efforts of Real Estate, Asset Management and IoT related services
·  Provide subject matter expertise regarding key decisions related to industry and/or functional area
·  Work cooperatively with other organizations within IBM to accomplish project work in an efficient and quality manner

A successful candidate is self-confident, self-reliant, and a self starter with the ability to communicate and defend a position credibly. Attention to detail and ability to manage to tight timelines are keys to success. Experience as an Implementation Consultant in Maximo, Tririga, Planon or similar application is desirable. In this role, you will interact directly with clients and will be required to travel nationally and globally. Dallas, TX and Atlanta, GA are preferred locations but all locations are considered.

Learn more about our Consulting work: ibm.com/services/us/business-consulting/digital-operations-internetofthings/

BENEFITS
Health Insurance. Paid time off. Corporate Holidays. Sick leave. Family planning. Financial Guidance. Competitive 401K. Training and Learning. We continue to expand our benefits and programs, offering some of the best support, guidance and coverage for a diverse employee population.

·  ibm.com/employment/us/benefits/
·  ibm.com/press/us/en/pressrelease/50744.wss
CAREER GROWTH
Our goal is to be essential to the world, which starts with our people. Company wide we kicked off an internal strategy program called Go Organic. At our core, we are committed to believing and investing in our workforce through:
·  Skill development: helping our employees grow their foundational skills
·  Finding the dream job at IBM: navigating our company with the potential for many careers by channeling an employee's strengths and career aspirations
·  Diversity of people: Diversity of thought driving collective innovation
CORPORATE CITIZENSHIP
With an employee population of 375,000 in over 170 countries, amazingly we connect, collaborate, and care. IBMers drive a corporate culture of shared responsibility. We love grand challenges and everyday improvements for our company and for the world. We care about each other, our clients, and the communities we live, work, and play in!
·  ibm.com/ibm/responsibility/initiatives.html
·  ibm.com/ibm/responsibility/corporateservicecorps/ (2252) WIOTS2018WW
Auto req ID

124311BR
Required Education

Bachelor's Degree
Role ( Job Role )

Business Transformation Consultant
State / Province

MULTIPLE
Primary job category

Consultant
Contract type

Regular
Employment Type

Full-Time
ERBP

Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

Up to 75% or 4 days a week (home on weekends - based on project requirements)
IBM Business Group

GBS
Preferred Education

Master's Degree
City / Township / Village

MULTIPLE CITIES
EO Statement

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  At least 5 years experience in project management in full life cycle package / solution implementations in complex environments with Maximo, Tririga, Indus, SAP Plant Maintenance, Meridium or similar application
·  At least 5 years experience in project management processes, methods and tools
·  At least 5 years experience in creating and delivering project level documentation (i.e. client briefs, reports, etc)
·  Proficiency with Microsoft Power Point, Word and Excel
·  Experience working for a consulting services organization in a client environment
·  Experience working in an organized, structured manner with excellent team communication skills
·  Experience building client relationships with entire project team up through C-suite
Skill-keywords

Enterprise Asset Management EAM Maximo Tririga IWMS
Country

United States
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

·  At least 8 years experience in project management in full life cycle package / solution implementations
·  At least 8 years experience in project management processes, methods and tools
·  At least 8 years experience in creating and delivering project level documentation (i.e., client briefs, reports, etc)
·  At least 3 years experience in the application of analytics to common business problems
·  At least 3 years experience successfully selling or supporting the sales of Real Estate or Asset Management related services
·  Experience working or consulting in the following industries: Industrial, Retail, Transportation, Energy & Utilities Oil & Gas, Banking, Insurance
·  Experience using Agile methodology
·  Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
Eligibility Requirements

·  None
Position Type

Professional
New Collar Role

No