Project Manager

Company: Ariel Partners
Location: Brooklyn
Posted on: April 4, 2025

Job Description:

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Project Manager to lead and manage cross-functional project teams, ensuring successful delivery of projects on schedule, within budget, and according to scope. The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing all phases of the project lifecycle, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closure. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, as well as proficiency with project management tools.

Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.



The ideal candidate is results-driven, highly organized, and comfortable working directly with clients and stakeholders to resolve project-related issues and risks.



RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead and direct project personnel, assigning tasks and responsibilities to team members.
Develop detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations using Microsoft Project or equivalent tools.
Manage project scope, timelines, risks, and costs to ensure successful project delivery.
Proactively identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks and issues.
Serve as the primary point of contact for the client, providing regular updates, facilitating meetings, and addressing project-related concerns.
Coordinate project activities with cross-functional teams, vendors, and subcontractors to meet project objectives.
Monitor project progress and performance using Azure DevOps, Microsoft Teams, or similar tools to track tasks, deliverables, and dependencies.
Prepare and present project status reports, dashboards, and executive summaries to stakeholders.
Ensure adherence to project management methodologies, best practices, and contractual requirements.
Manage change requests, assess impacts, and incorporate changes into the project plan as needed.
Facilitate project close-out activities, including lessons learned and documentation.



REQUIRED SKILLS

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
6+ years of project management experience leading technology, engineering, or business operations projects.
Proficiency in project management software: Microsoft Project, Microsoft Teams, Azure DevOps, Jira.
Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Hybrid).
Proven experience in schedule management, cost control, and risk management.
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and client-facing skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Must have PMP Certification and Certified Scrum Master (CSM)



PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Working knowledge of Azure DevOps Boards, Backlog Management, and Sprint Planning
Familiarity with software development projects or IT infrastructure projects
Experience working with Department of Education or any other government clients





If you are interested in getting more information about this opportunity, please contact Irina Rozenberg Recruiting@arielpartners.com at your earliest convenience.


At Ariel Partners, we solve the most difficult problems that inhibit technology from enabling our customers to achieve their goals. Our vision is to be recognized by our stakeholders as an elite provider of IT solutions, so when they have their biggest challenges, we are on their short list. We are looking for team members who share our values of: Integrity to do the right thing even when it hurts; Commitment to the long-term success and happiness of our customers, our people, and our partners; Courage to take on difficult challenges, accept new ideas, and accept incremental failure; and the constant pursuit of Excellence. Ariel Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

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