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The Team Lead, Client Projects is an entry level management role, responsible with supporting the development and directing the planning of multiple projects related to client implementation. This role learns coordinates and manages a team of project administrators / coordinators to successfully complete client implementation projects, from initiation to completion within budget and on time, using either a waterfall or agile methodology. This entry level people management role supports the fostering of a culture of collaboration and innovation across their team focused on achieving operational excellence.
Job Responsibility:
Oversees the execution and completion of client implementation projects
Provides budget analysis, labour planning, and coordination of activities between client and company employees
Monitors project completion from initiation through delivery to meet revenue and cost projections
Oversees performance of the installation and client acceptance of capitalized equipment, enterprise software systems, or system integration projects or engagements
Serves as a mediator to internal issues and conflicting priorities for members of cross-functional teams focused on the delivery of new or existing solutions to clients
Creates the project management plan based on requirements and obtain sign off
Tracks standard projects cost to monitor compliance to budget
Develops and manages a detailed client implementation project schedule and work plan
Provides project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress
Utilizes industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution
Measures project performance to identify areas for improvement
Oversees all incoming and outgoing project documentation and administration and develop relevant project status and related reports
Ensures that project milestones are met, project scope changes are aligned to budget and managed effectively
Actions improvements from project reviews using artefacts from projects including historical metrics to improve current project processes and increase project quality delivery
Leads and manages a team of project administrator and coordinators. Provides guidance, mentorship, and support team, ensuring their effectiveness, productivity, and professional growth
Requirements:
Communication and stakeholder engagement skills at management level (internal and external)
Relevant client implementation project / program management skills
Excellent organizing and planning skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent interpersonal skills and extremely resourceful
Adaptable with excellent analytical skills
Proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to manage conflict using a solution-focused approach
Ability to solve problems creatively
Ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget and timeline
Ability to coordinate the activities of a team and variety of stakeholders to drive completion of projects
Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in the relevant field of study
Relevant certifications, such as PMI, Project management professional, CAPM, PMP or Prince 2 etc.
Relevant professional experience in project management gained within a global IT services organization
Relevant project management experience including medium complexity, cross services / technology domain solutions
Relevant experience using with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices
Relevant experience managing the entire project lifecycle
Relevant experience coordinating operational tasks of a team