Online Flashcards for PMP Exam Preparation

Jeff Bock, a student from one of my classes, has discovered a useful link for those preparing to take the PMP exam: http://www.flashcardexchange.com/tag/pmbok

Project Manager Opening- CT

Location – This person will work onsite in Hartford CT, with 30-50% travel

Direct the efforts of multiple units within a division to satisfy Client requirements by establishing team and business objectives and monitoring overall performance to those objectives;

review key development opportunities to ensure success in meeting area’s service level objectives;

conduct and direct project analysis including pricing and sizing of client requests or the costing and financial planning of internal projects;

ensure the area reaches its annual Revenue Goals by establishing aggressive revenue projections and directing division resources in the achievement of those expected results;

in conjunction with or in support of Management, provide key interface and communication at a senior management level with the client to maintain a strong customer focus for the division; direct project team efforts and resources to ensure that corporate business objectives and projects are complete within the timeframe and budget expectation approved by Sr. Management;

ensure quality objectives are met as specified within client Service Level Agreement(s);

direct project team efforts to ensure the clients’ key business objectives or performance/service level objectives are met.

Strong insurance;

5 to 10 years management responsibilities at a system and product line level;

familiarity with applicable business concepts, experience managing project resources, proven leadership skills, the ability to learn quickly, check details, meet deadlines, strong client focus and organizational skills, people management skills, interpersonal and communication skills, and financial analysis, including budgeting concepts and financial reporting.

Ideally the person should be experienced with managing IT development projects, and any experience with .net technologies is a huge plus.

Project Manager - $80K – 140K

Contact Marci McKim: recruitwell@optonline.net

VP IT- Behr Corporation

Please contact Nikki Barnes directly at nbarnes@behr.com.

No agency contacts please.

Company: Behr Process Corporation

Job Title: VP IT

Description: Our ideal candidate will have a background in manufacturing, experince with SAP, creatively working with a lean budget, and excellent management skills.

JOB SCOPE/ SUMMARY: • Direct and manage information technology services • Plan and execute information systems strategies to support ongoing productivity and reduce business risk

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Plan and implement information systems projects, ongoing operations and improvements. 2. Budget, plan and control operating costs, capital project costs and other expenses as assigned. 3. Work with cross-functional teams to determine information systems priorities, create plans, define, document and implement solutions. 4. Communicate with all levels of management to keep them informed of system status, plans, results, issues and resolutions as required to maintain productivity for departments. 5. Conduct feasibility and evaluative studies of high priority issues or needs and evaluate alternate approaches, including business justification and risk assessment. 6. Coordinate information systems resources with other departments and Masco to ensure appropriate allocation and support for ongoing operations and projects as requested. 7. Maintain current knowledge of state-of-the-art information technologies to support ongoing improvements to IT systems. 8. Lead and supervise employees to provide direction, training and support to accomplish results in accordance with personnel policies and procedures. 9. Direct and train staff to assist and train users to develop human capital effectiveness in using information technology.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/TRAINING: Educational attainment equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field Experience in Corporate information systems appropriate to the position Leadership and management experience

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of related computer technology, systems and applications Knowledge of business operations and functions Ability to communicate orally and in writing and to establish effective interpersonal relations Budgeting, planning, reporting and analysis skills Supervisory, training and leadership skills

Project Manager at www.IGN.com

Please contact jmirjan@ign.com for this position.

We're looking for a high-aptitude project manager who can manage multiple simultaneous software and web engineering projects . The person will meet directly with internal clients and internal teams to facilitate the timely delivery of engineering projects. The successful candidate will have a blend of project management and negotiation skills, coupled with experience delivering projects within a large organization.

Responsibilities - Set and manage client expectations - Manage scope and deliverables and report progress to internal clients- Identify resourcing bottlenecks and work to resolve schedule conflicts- Create and maintain project plans- Ensure receipt of complete, accurate specifications- Coordinate Product Management, development, QA, and other activities, engaging teams at the appropriate times- Track team deliverables and make sure teams deliver per plan- Anticipate problems, form remediation plans before the project suffers

Required Skills- Bachelors degree - Solid knowledge of project management processes, tools, and techniques- Track record of leading teams in a stressful environment- Experience with Microsoft Project or similar tool - Conscientious, hard working, flexible, have an excellent eye for details, self-motivated and a quick learner- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential - The ability to work well in a diverse team and communicate well both within the team and with other groups is essential- Strong analytical and problem solving skills - Ability to work independently and as part of a team - Excellent negotiation, facilitation and influencing skills - Flexibility and ability to quickly learn client's environments is critical

Desired Skills - PMP

Contact: jmirjan@ign.com

Project Manager Engineer – (Riverside County)

Our client has been in business for over 30 years and is located in southern Riverside County. They are seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manger to expand their team. The PM will be responsible for organizing, scheduling, and tracking major capital equipment. Experience in the complete life cycle of a project. Track and coordinate manufacturing, engineering and purchasing activities related to projects.

Required skills:

BS in Engineering
PMP or PMI certification
Proficient in MS project
MS Certification
Client management skills