Project Manager - IT

About Us :

Wisestep (https://wisestep.com/) is on a mission to bring data driven decision making and insights to the process of recruitment and empower recruiters to attract the right talent intelligently, efficiently and productively.

We are looking for individuals who love to code and want to build amazing products for a global market.

Job Overview :

You will play a pivotal role in orchestrating the entire project life cycle,from inception to delivery, while ensuring alignment with business goals and customer expectations. You'll also be responsible for managing resources, timelines, risks, and communication to deliver successful software projects.

Project Planning and Scheduling:

1. Scope Definition: Work with stakeholders to define the project scope, requirements, and objectives clearly.

2. Timeline Establishment: Develop project timelines and schedules, breaking down tasks and milestones.

3. Resource Allocation: Allocate resources effectively, including human resources (developers, testers, etc.) and tools/software.

Team Coordination and Leadership:

1. Team Formation: Assemble project teams, assign responsibilities, and establish clear roles and expectations.

2. Motivation and Support: Provide leadership, motivation, and support to the project team throughout the project lifecycle.

3. Conflict Resolution: Manage conflicts within the team and facilitate resolution to maintain productivity.

Risk Management:

1. Risk Identification: Identify potential risks and issues that could impact project delivery.

2. Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Assess risks in terms of probability and impact, and develop mitigation strategies.

3. Contingency Planning: Prepare contingency plans to address unforeseen circumstances.

Communication and Stakeholder Management:

1. Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, keeping them informed of project progress and issues.

2. Regular Updates: Provide regular updates through status reports, meetings, and presentations.

3. Issue Resolution: Address stakeholder concerns promptly and effectively.

Quality Assurance:

1. Quality Standards: Ensure that software development follows industry standards and best practices.

2. Testing Coordination: Coordinate testing activities (unit testing, integration testing, etc.) to ensure software quality.

3. Feedback Incorporation: Facilitate feedback loops to incorporate stakeholder and user feedback into project iterations.

Budget and Resource Management:

1. Budget Monitoring: Monitor project expenditures against the budget and manage financial resources effectively.

2. Resource Optimization: Optimize resource allocation to maximize efficiency and minimize waste.

Change Management:

1. Change Control: Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and costs through formal change control processes.

2. Impact Assessment: Assess the impact of changes on project objectives and adjust plans accordingly.

Documentation and Reporting:

1. Documentation: Ensure comprehensive documentation of project plans, requirements, designs, and outcomes.

2. Reporting: Generate and distribute regular progress reports, including key metrics and milestones achieved.

Work Timings : 11 - 8pm

Location : Hyderabad

Mode of Work : Onsite