▶︎ Job Details:
• Job Title: Bilingual (EN/JP) IT Project Manager (Banking Industry)
• Client: Japanese IT company
• Working Location: New York, NY
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Salary: $90K – $130K (DOE)
• Language: Bilingual in Japanese and English
▶︎ What will you do:
• Oversee and manage IT projects from initiation through to completion, including defining project scope, developing detailed work breakdown structures (WBS), tracking progress, and ensuring timely delivery.
• Engage closely with clients to gather and clarify project requirements.
• Act as the main point of contact for all project-related communications.
• Efficiently manage project resources, including budget tracking and allocation.
• Ensure optimal utilization of resources and adherence to project timelines.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, developing risk management plans and ensuring effective resolution of issues.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project status, including progress reports, issue logs, and risk assessments.
• Ensure the quality of project deliverables meets or exceeds client expectations and industry standards.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and final project deliverables.
▶︎ Required Qualifications & Skills:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT project management within the financial sector, including experience in web application development.
• Proven project management skills, including proficiency in WBS creation, progress tracking, issue management, and risk mitigation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams of 10-20 members.
• Relevant project management certifications (e.g., PMP, PMI-ACP) are highly desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Japanese.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities, particularly in guiding cross-functional teams.
• Ability to effectively align IT solutions with client needs and business objectives.