TEKsystems has a Denver based hybrid Project Manager contract need with POS (Point of Sale) and/or Reservation SW experience.

Our customer is in the hospitality/global attractions industry. They are modernizing their Point of Sale (POS) and ticketing system. They need a senior IT Project Manager for at least 6 months, probably longer. The PM will be based in Denver and be able to work in their downtown Denver office 2 days/week. Once acclimated and up and running the PM may be able to scale back the onsite work to 1 day/week.

The PM will manage the 3rd party vendor, ensure stakeholders (marketing, sales, execs, etc.) are aligned, drive the project to completion, etc. He/she needs to be able to work within functional organizations which have siloed stakeholders.

Needs to be a champion of the project internally and be able to bring a diverse group of stakeholders together.

Our client emphasized that the Project Manager needs very good structure and a sound methodology (mixture of agile and waterfall). He/she also needs to have outstanding communication skills and excellent documentation, along with very sound processes.

Formal Job Description:

The candidate will assist in leading and coordinating the successful deployment of a new POS (Point of Sale) Solution. They will be expected to liaise closely with the client and 3rd party stakeholders. They will be working closely with a pre-selected vendor on the technical solution, but will also be responsible for ensuring the successful roll-out of infrastructure, policies and processes that align with the new POS system.

EXPERIENCE NECESSARY

 Proven experience with Project Management in an IT environment

 A strong understanding of formal project management methodologies

 Previous experience leading a rollout of a POS solution or similar attraction software

 Familiarity with the hospitality industry and associated system applications is desired

CORE JOB DUTIES

 Develop and execute against a comprehensive and well-documented project plan with timelines, resources and activities

 Liaise with Business stakeholders to establish a clear project scope, list of project objectives, and measurements for success

 Monitor and control project progress, risks, decisions and issues, with comprehensive documentation

 Act as the main point of communication for all upstream and downstream stakeholders, with scheduled status reports, steering meetings and vendor calls as well as accurate documentation

 Coordinate the procurement, configuration, and deployment of infrastructure and hardware devices required for the system rollout.

 Conduct site assessments to ensure readiness for hardware installation and provide onsite support as needed.

 Coordinate with technical teams to develop, configure and customize the system and interfaces to meet business requirements

 Oversee testing of solution, including user acceptance testing (UAT), to validate system functionality and usability

 Manage change requests, and communicate updates to stakeholders

 Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution.

 Coordinate the development of user manuals, training materials, and other documents as needed to enable successful implementation and turnover of the process or system to the business.

 Document lessons learned and best practices for future reference and continuous improvement.

DESIRED QUALITIES AND BEHAVIORS

 Very strong communication skills with the ability to work with a variety of stakeholders

 Ability to quickly foster strong working relationships

 Ability to adapt and change focus and approach as needed to meet the needs of the business

 Strong commitment to working as a team

 Ability to perform and oversee complex tasks and prioritize based on business strategy

 Resourceful, adaptable, resilient, and having a strong sense of self-awareness

 Flexibility to organize and prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

 Ability to document and articulate technical requirements to stakeholders outside of the IT team

 Strong leadership skills, including the ability to manage change and motivate teams

 Reputation as an unwavering role model

 Strong sense of urgency

Other Info:

Mobile tablets will need to be set up as the new POS software is deployed.

Client uses SmartSheet for project tracking and Power BI as their visualization tool for reporting.

“Posting close date October 25 2024.”

We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to sex, race, or any other protected classification.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. This temporary role may be eligible for the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• 401(k)/Roth

• Insurance (Basic/Supplemental Life & AD&D)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

  About TEKsystems:

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.