Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client that is seeking an IT Project Manager in Jersey City, NJ.

Overview:
In this role, you will focus on reviewing and approving Project funding request (PFR) and Change control request (CCR) submitted from project teams to ensure adherence to ITPD (Project life cycle), feasibility and justification of project plans (cost, schedule, scope), cost optimization, risk identifications and appropriate level of details are provided in documentations.

Responsibility of the IT Project Manager will include providing guidance to project teams to resolve complex situations, mitigate risks and how to apply ITPD in unique situations and providing support with toolsets (Project portfolio portal (PPP- in house tool), MS project, Planview, etc.), and coordinating with HO (home office in Japan) for PFR/CCR approvals when required. Additionally, you will be packing PFR/CCR based on the information provided by PMs (summarizing the request, input information in cost plan, etc.) for expedited approvals of PFR/CCR.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 years of experience in IT project management in financial industry is preferred


• Attention to details is a must - validation of numbers and dates are required daily


• Bilingual Japanese candidate; This is a requirement; They need to be able to read and write in Japanese; Not just conversational but also have professional bilingual experience and skills


• Commute to NJ office (Harborside) 4 days a week is required

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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