IT Project Manager / Release Manager - Des Moines, IA
Job Description:
Exciting 6-24 month contract opportunity for an IT Project Manager / Release Manager with our Fortune 500 Financial Services client in Des Moines, IA. The ideal candidate will have prior experience coordinating the change and code migration, development through production, in an Agile environment.
Responsibilities:
Build and manage strong relationships with Development Teams, Integration Leads, Quality Assurance teams, Release Delivery Managers, Infrastructure teams, and Operations teams
Adhere to timely and accurate coordination and execution of planned code and configuration changes within development, QA and production.
Track and communicate status of very strict delivery calendars and activities.
Create and deliver daily status reports and maintain a risks and issues log
Ensure proper code migration process is followed, and appropriate approvals are granted prior to execution
Requirements:
7+ years of experience in a technical role including Prior Release, Project or Technical Delivery
Ability to work autonomously, solving complex problems in a fast-paced environment
Ability to negotiate and build consensus with various stakeholder groups
Resource planning and strong leadership skills
Knowledge of the software development process (Agile, iterative and waterfall)
Superior interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
Analytical approach; strong problem solving and root cause identification skills
Prior experience with Agile transformation is a plus