Description

　　Kforce has a client that is seeking an IT Project Manager II in Chicago, IL.Overview:The Upgrade Operations (UO) department specializes in performing software and hardware upgrades on live customer systems. The UO department focus is on minimizing the customer's downtime during software upgrades in order to optimize their upgrade experience during the moments that matter. The Project Manager is responsible for the delivery of the Services Upgrade business for the assigned Territory. Through the management of the Project Managers, Technical Delivery teams, and Lifecycle Services teams, the RSM is accountable for the implementation, sustainment, and management of all mission critical customer communications system Upgrade contracts. Success is measured in terms of on schedule delivery of the Upgrade, customer satisfaction, revenue growth, and gross margin performance.The PM is responsible for overseeing and providing support for the implementation of Communication System Projects and will act and be recognized as the leader/focal point for all aspects of their teams assigned project(s). They will be further responsible for ensuring their team is delivering the contractual scope, on schedule and within budget, while maintaining customer satisfaction. You must be able to utilize PM tools (schedule, critical path analysis, budget, change order, risk assessment, action item log, etc.) to analyze complex issues and develop resolutions for any issues related to assigned project(s).In addition, this manager will be responsible for building up an organization that will deliver all projects sold under the SUA+ contracts. This could be, but not limited to having Project Managers that support console platform migrations, ASTRO CORE migrations, and site equipment platform migrations.

　　Requirements

　　Must be able to travel to customer locations on an as needed basis To be considered for this position, candidates must have experience in a similar role, or they must possess significant knowledge, experience, and abilities to successfully perform the responsibilities listed Relevant education and/or training will be considered a plus

　　The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

　　We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

　　Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

　　This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

　　Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.