5G Senior Project Manager-PS Consulting
Company: Verizon
Location: Cary
Posted on: June 23, 2022
Job Description:
When you join Verizon Verizon is one of the world's leading
providers of technology and communications services, transforming
the way we connect across the globe. We're a diverse network of
people driven by our shared ambition to shape a better future.
Here, we have the ability to learn and grow at the speed of
technology, and the space to create within every role. Together, we
are moving the world forward - and you can too. Dream it. Build it.
Do it here.What you'll be doing... As a 5G Wireless Professional
Services (PS) Senior Manager of the Cellular Networks PMO, you will
be managing a team of technical project managers leading high-touch
delivery and client relationship development within the Verizon
Business Group 5G Wireless Professional Services Cellular Networks
practice. You will act as a thought leader in delivery functions
and lead the team in the delivery of solutions and deployment
services for customers in all segments and verticals. You will be
responsible for the definition, implementation, and enforcement of
project management governance and delivery standards as well as
proactively increasing the technical skill set and solution
understanding of the technical project managers on your team. You
will lead the nurturing of customer relationships and effective
communication of project and/or issue status to Verizon key
stakeholders as well as customer management and executives. You
must be an action oriented, growth minded, results driven high
performer with a history of achievement operating in a fast paced
environment.
- Technical background in, and understanding of, the deployment
of 4G/5G and private cellular systems
- Program management/project management rigor in creating project
schedules, tracking and reporting with accuracy, proactively
identifying and resolving blockers to the success of the project;
escalating client or internal issues proactively to upper
management so there are no surprises. Ensuring the projects are
being delivered on time within budget and with quality and high
client satisfaction.
- Able to identify opportunities for process improvements and
proactively takes ownership to resolve
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage delivery according
to contractual obligations including resource management, financial
governance, standards maintenance, progress tracking, and
reporting
- Proven ability to identify areas for business growth and lead
efforts from ideation through service launch.
- Ability to work independently with minimal guidance and be
accountable for results.
- Proven ability to manage a large workload through effective
task delegation and prioritization
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems through creative
approaches
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, whether
written or verbal
- Experience leading and proactively developing a team including
items such as compensation planning, performance appraisals,
personal development and team planning.
- Managing workload balancing and resource capacity allocation on
the project teams using standard project management approaches and
estimation techniques.
- Project estimation and resource allocation and management
experienceWhere you'll be working...In this hybrid role, you'll
have a defined work location that includes work from home and
assigned office days set by your manager.What we're looking for...
You'll need to have:
- Bachelor's degree or four or more years of work
experience.
- Six or more years of relevant work experience.
- Technical knowledge and ability to quickly learn new
technologies
- PMP certification
- Eight or more years of relevant work experience
- Leadership experience operating in a highly complex and dynamic
environment
- Experienceto engage clients and manage relationships at the
executive level
- Experience in designing and deploying Enterprise Solutions in a
technical environment.
- Experience leading projects through the entire project
lifecycle.
- Experience selling consulting engagements which includes
estimating, scoping, and writing effective statements of work that
clearly set expectations and limit risk.
- Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.Even better if you
have one or more of the following:
- MBA or advanced degree
- Ability to be methodical and organized.
- Ability to manage multiple opportunities, projects, and
partners concurrently
- Communications and team building skills across multiple work
locations
- Ability to be a strategic thinker with high degree of
intellectual curiosity to provide insightful analysis and effective
decisions
- Network information technology education, training, and/or
certification
- Additional process or project management certificationsEqual
Employment Opportunity We're proud to be an equal opportunity
employer - and celebrate our employees' differences, including
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. At Verizon,
we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a
collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity
and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel
valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and
contribute their best. Check out our page to learn more.COVID-19
Vaccination RequirementVerizon requires new hires to be fully
vaccinated against COVID-19. Verizon provides reasonable
accommodations consistent with legal requirements (e.g., for
medical, religious, or state law recognized reasons).
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