Project Manager, Technical Training

Onward Search is looking for a Technical Training Project Manager to join our large client here in Atlanta for an onsite contract opportunity!

JOB SUMMARY:

This position oversees the end to end deployment of learning development projects associated with enterprise wide initiatives, new product and service deployment.  They will also provide on-going oversight ensuring the project is initiated, launched, and closed out within the agreed upon scope, schedule and budgetary requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for managing project activities from initiation to project close using the standard TMD process methodology
• Responsible for working with the internal TMD team (Learning Strategy, Curriculum Development, and Learning Delivery) as well as business stakeholders to build out all components of the project including the budget and schedule
• Develops and maintains standard project artifacts including kick off decks, project schedules, budgets, training implementation plans, risk registers, issues registers, stakeholder registers, change control documents, and status reports
• Responsible for change control involving scope, schedule, resources, and budget
• Works with key stakeholders to capture requirements of changes, effectively communicates change, and obtains necessary approvals
• Responsible for effectively communicating key updates to stakeholders during project status meetings (facilitated by the project manager) and through status reports
• Provides both detailed and executive summary status

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5+ years of project management experience
• PMP certification preferred
• BS/BA in related discipline strongly preferred
• Cable and/or Telecom project experience a plus
• High-to-expert level proficiency with MS Project
• High level experience with MS Office suite including PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, and Excel

Disclaimer:

• The client is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.