Cloud Services Project Manager

Job Title:
Cloud Services Project Manager
Location:
Remote EMEA
Job Summary:
We are looking for a Cloud Project Manager who is interested in shaping the future of Centric Software Cloud Operations. You will work closely with Centric customers and internal stakeholders to lead projects to successful completion.
The project manager role will lead a number of projects including upgrades, migrations and transitions to the cloud. This role is responsible for defining the scope of the cloud projects and managing the assigned resources. This role will also manage communication with all stakeholders.
This position will report to Senior Director of Cloud Services.
Responsibilities:
Lead public cloud new deployments, upgrades, migrations and transitions to the cloud.
Conduct the project planning activities and manage the execution of strategic projects according to plan
Responsible for the technical scope and due to your sufficient knowledge of cloud technology and experience in project management, you are able to act as a serious partner for the customer, client services and operations team
Establish and implement technical project methodologies and processes within workstreams for Cloud platforms including functional, technical, and application whilst adhering to global standard
Work with Cloud operations, Software development and Quality Assurance teams to resolve any business or technical issues affecting project delivery
Work with cross functional departments to improve the project process for new customers or migration of existing customers
Mange comprehensive project plans including risk and contingency plans
Implement technical project methodologies and processes within work teams
Establish a project plan, baseline the plan, manage schedules and resource load
Monitors progression of the project against the project plan, and periodic report to internal functions or customers - all stakeholders on a regular basis
Reviews deliverables prepared by delivery practitioners prior to customer submission, and maintain the overall document repository for the project
Design migration strategies, taking into consideration clients business and technical roadmaps, data migration approaches, and hand-off activities required to cutover and normalize operations activities
Support the Sale and Pre-sales teams proposal including presenting to customers when required
Lead internal transformation and transition programs spanning multiple time zones
Manage the communication and relationship with the project stakeholders throughout the project duration and act as the primary point of contact for the sponsor and project team
Comfortable with driving multiple short and long-term complex projects, many with tight deadlines
Comfortable with working with all levels of the customer’s organization, from C-suite down
Communicate project status to clients, management, and partners as appropriate
Ability to drive projects independently
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Project Management, or directly related field
3+ years of experience with at least one public Cloud Provider: AWS, Azure, or GCP
3 to 5 years project management experience, with large enterprise IT projects (deployment ormigration)
Knowledge of cloud technology
Experience with large and complex cloud environments
Certifications in Project Management PMI, PMP a strong plus
PRINCE or PRINCE2 Project Management certified also a plus
Overall, 7 to 10 years of technology industry experience, primarily in service delivery or project management
Shows initiative and ownership of tasks and responsibilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent time management and prioritization
Self-motivated; ability to maintain excellence with minimum supervision
Strong user knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and project management tools
Personal Interactions
Creative, flexible, and collaborative in approach to problem solving
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, at a variety of technical levels
Ability to work effectively as part of the diverse team
Adapt quickly to obstacles and changing demands and priorities
Entrepreneurial and self-directed, demonstrated ability to innovate and bias toward action in fast-paced environments
What we offer:
Competitive salary and benefits
A multifaceted job with a high degree of responsibility and a broad spectrum of opportunities
Opportunity to work remotely with a dedicated and motivated team
A remote work environment built on collaboration, flexibility, and respect
Varied and challenging work to help you grow your technical skillset
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