Job Details
Vistrada is looking for an experienced project manager with a strong data background to join our team in our NY office. This person will lead the successful execution of a variety of projects from start to finish, with a particular focus on managing and facilitating enterprise-wide Master Data Management (MDM) engagements.
The ideal candidate is a self-starter with excellent time-management, problem-solving and facilitation abilities who thrives in fast-paced environments and is able to leverage their deep MDM experiences in a client environment.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver on-time, in-budget projects - Execute projects within the intended scope, timeframe and budget.
- Communicate with clients - Drive contact with clients throughout the project lifecycle to understand/set expectations, establish timelines, and grow the relationship.
- Facilitate stakeholders - Interact with multiple client stakeholders to enable close coordination, collaboration and consistent messaging across all parties.
- Manage resources - Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to identify and allocate the necessary resources for each project.
- Develop project plans - Create detailed plans for each project to outline execution strategy including objectives, schedule, and cost.
- Track and communicate progress - Measure and articulate performance for presentation to clients and internal leadership.
- Bring relevant domain expertise - Leverage their past MDM experiences to bring a strong understanding of the Data domain to their day-to-day responsibilities.
Requirements:
- Senior Manager-level role (10+ years) - Financial Services experience a must!!
- Extensive background in the "Big Data" space, managing and delivering MDM programs at the enterprise-level
- Significant program / project management expertise
- Strong facilitation and communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Experience with interacting comfortably with client executives
- Global SI / Big 4 consulting experience (e.g., Accenture; Deloitte; IBM)
- Excellent written and verbal communications
- Advanced skillset in time management and task prioritization
- Passion for managing teams and driving results
- Ability to multitask and identify opportunities for process improvement