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About the Role

Leads the planning, execution, and implementation of multiple large and complex projects and programs. Maintains complete control over project scope, schedule, budget, risk, and issues, facilitating timely decisions. Supports, trains, and educates staff in project management processes and partners with stakeholders to create project management processes catered to the unique culture of WCM. This is a term position anticipated through Fall 2028, subject to organizational needs, funding, and performance.

Responsibilities

Responsible for full lifecycle project management of multiple complex IT Projects and Programs.
Defines project scope, goals, and deliverables in support of business needs, and works with management and stakeholders for approvals.
Monitors and controls execution phase to ensure projects are completed on time and meet all business and system requirements.
Conducts all project management tasks to ensure schedule, cost, and quality goals are achieved.
Develops/maintains standards/procedures for project reporting and documentation, including detailed PM plans, schedules, status reports, ServiceNow updates, roles & responsibilities list, risks, issues, budget forecasts, and project closing documentation.
Communicates effectively with sponsors, stakeholders, and team members, reporting on status, issues, key activities, and changes to the project charter.
Identifies and communicates resource conflicts.
Provides presentations on project updates, project cycle, and expected results.
Builds a close working relationship with clients/vendors to enhance the image of the department and WCM.
Creates and maintains project budgets including people and material costs.
Estimates resources needed and work effort for project activities.
Negotiates with resource managers to ensure appropriate resources are assigned to achieve project goals.
Records actual time spent on each project and reports on variance between forecasted.
Maintains resource capacity plans for actively managed projects.
Conducts project completion reviews, resource and vendor assessments, and creates recommendations reports.
Participates in the evaluation, selection, maintenance, and continuous enhancements of project management methodology, tools, and templates.
Contributes to the overall improvement of the Project Management practice.
Provides day-to-day support/guidance to staff on PM process.
Helps ensure the growth and success of junior Associates by providing mentoring and training.
Facilitates development of user acceptance criteria, integration, and other test scripts.
Ensures results of all testing are fully documented, client is satisfied with test results, and appropriate signoffs are obtained.
Collaborates with various stakeholders within the IT organization, building and promoting positive working relationships.
Adheres to stringent project reporting requirements and processes.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline with an Information Technology focus.
Approximately 8+ years of hands-on IT or Project Management experience.
Sufficient technical background to understand technologies and technical issues involved with IT projects.
Sufficient technical background to manage and understand project scope and resources.
Sufficient technical background to anticipate, identify, and manage resolutions of critical obstacles.

Skills

Ability to work under tight deadlines while providing high-quality work.
Advocates within the organization for assigned projects and their business and strategic goals.
Analytical skills
Customer Service Orientation
Detail-oriented and excellent organizational skills.
Energetic self-starter with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with demonstrated ability to adapt tone and style for broad and diverse audiences.
Promotes and maintains a favorable work environment for oneself and others.
Oral/Written Communications
Problem Solving
Process Improvement
Proficient core computer skills (Microsoft Office).
Project Management Tools
Project Planning
Project Risk Management
Project Tracking and Reporting
Stakeholder Management

Location

Midtown

Work Type

Full-time
Term Appointment

Experience Level

Senior
8+ years

Education Level

Bachelor's Degree
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification desired

Salary/Compensations

$131,500.00 - $145,600.00

About the Company

Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “any person, any study.”

Equal Opportunity

No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds.
We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.
Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.