Project Manager

Role: Project Manager Duration: 6+ month contract Location: Richfield, MN

Description: Ability to develop and manage all aspects of the deployment effort, including the plans, interdependencies, schedule, budget, tools, and required personnel Ability to define, implement, and maintain project process guidance related to deployment Ability to provide technical leadership to project resources and the client to meet deployment deadlines and objectives Ability to design and develop solution pilots and simulations that meet functional, technical, and performance requirements Ability to consult with and develop technical resources for methods, procedures, and standards to use during deployment Ability to review project deliverables for completeness, quality, and compliance with established project standards Ability to document and communicate the status of deployment progress against plans, taking corrective action as necessary Ability to identify, clarify, and resolve issues and risks concerning system deployment and maintenance activities, escalating them as needed Deployment Project Management to a large scale enterprise setting Vendor managements and relations Ability to run several deployment rollouts at a given time Previous experience using a Project Management methodology Take ambiguous tasks and work them to completion, sometimes figuring it out on your own. Seek” versus “wait” mentality – when information is needed, seek answers versus waiting for responses (self starter)

Qualifications/Experience Large scale retail deployment experience PMP Certification preferred 5-8+ years in retail deployment with strong understanding and background in large scale enterprise rollouts BS degree in Business or Information Technology field OR applicable retail deployment experience Anyone that has experience with managing circuit (network) upgrades in many remote locations would be a good fit Strong Microsoft office skills, especially Excel, PowerPoint and Visio Experience with project management tools (MS Project) Retail Industry Experience is a plus

Absolutely must have good interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills Ability to work independently Strong customer service Detail oriented Multi-tasking Ability to prioritize and manage work assignments

If anyone might be interest, please share your resume at smalik(at)ayrglobal(dot)com or you can directly contact me at 630-444-7490