Project Manager (Complex SI), Cloud Migration

Job description

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Role Description:

The Project Manager (Complex SI), Cloud Migration is responsible for leading a project team in the migration of an application or set of applications using the appropriate business measurements and terms and conditions for the project per the project charter, project agreement or contract. This includes the Application Services aspects of Service Delivery/Service Management. They have overall performance responsibility for managing scope, cost, schedule, and contractual deliverables, which includes applying techniques for planning, tracking, change control, and risk management. They are responsible for managing all project resources, including subcontractors, and for establishing an effective communication plan with the project team and the client. They provide day to day direction to the project team and regular project status to the client.

The Project Manager (Complex SI), Cloud Migration will be involved in end to end project management activities that includes but is not limited to project initiation, orchestration, planning, execution, reporting, and wrap-up.

Responsibilities include:
·  Review the SOW and the contractual responsibilities of IBM and the Client;
·  Serve as the point of contact to during the execution of the SOW;
·  Coordinate the establishment of the project management environment, including reporting tools, monthly reports and governance/ communication protocols;
·  Review project tasks, schedules, and resources and make changes or additions, as appropriate;
·  Measure and evaluate progress against IBM project plans, if applicable, with the Client Service Delivery Manager;
·  Monitor and manage all SLAs so no penalties are incurred;
·  Manage documentation and procedural standards for deliverable Materials;
·  Contribute to the Project Change Control Procedure in conjunction with the Client Service Delivery Manager;
·  Perform problem management, and maintain and communicate escalation procedures;
·  Maintain project communications through the Client Service Delivery Manager;
·  Conduct regular monthly status meetings with the Client Service Delivery Manager;
·  Create and deliver monthly status reports;
·  Resolve deviations in the SOW in conjunction with IBM Account Management and the Client Service Delivery Manager;
·  Coordinate and manage the in-scope activities of IBM Support Personnel.
*Currently holding or eligibility to obtain necessary government clearance.
Auto req ID

141008BR
Required Education

Associate's Degree/College Diploma
Role ( Job Role )

Project Manager
State / Province

ONTARIO
Primary job category

Project Management
Company

(0026) IBM Canada Limited - IBM Canada Limitee
Contract type

Regular
Employment Type

Full-Time
ERBP

Yes
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

Bachelor's Degree
City / Township / Village

OTTAWA
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

·  PMP Certified Project Management Professional;
·  Minimum 3 years of cloud migration project management experience;
·  Overall 7-8 years of end-to-end Project Management experience;
·  Experience in managing three different streams of business at any given time (Infrastructure, Application and Data associated with migrations);
·  Prior experience in platform migration projects specifically for applications/DBs installed on Windows/Unix/Linux/Solaris platforms;
·  Experience working with executive stakeholders (internal as well as external) & third parties;
·  Strong client relationship management;
·  Demonstrated diverse team management ability to lead and mentor staff of all levels;
·  Leadership skills and the ability to multi-task within a fast-paced and dynamic workplace;
·  Demonstrated strong leadership skills working with project teams and clients;
·  Ability to work closely with process owners and other key stakeholders to communicate the progress of projects.
Country/Region

Canada
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

·  8+ years' industry experience,
·  Cloud Migration experience
·  PMP Certification,
·  MS project,
·  MS Office,
·  Lotus Notes.
Eligibility Requirements

Candidate must have the ability to work in Canada without a current or future need for visa sponsorship. Selected candidates may not need to travel for all projects outside of their metro area. However, all candidates must be able and willing to travel based on assigned project demand. Travel requirements may vary but could be up to 100%. Candidates are not able to refuse project based on travel.
Position Type

Professional
New Collar Role

No