Ballard Spahr LLP

Ballard Spahr LLP

Project Manager

PA - Philadelphia

Sponsorship not specified$120k-$130kDetected 21 hours ago
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About the role

  • As a Project Manager within our Information Technology-PMO, your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Drafting or assisting in drafting project charters, including problem statement, objectives/goals, solutions, justification/cost benefit, costs, and resources
  • Timely project status reporting to key stakeholders and IT leadership, as well as presentation to firm leadership

Responsibilities

  • Facilitating solution selection, including the design of custom solutions and vendor-packaged RFPs; manages a solution evaluation plan to ensure expectations and communication are set and met
  • Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills. The ability to listen, understand information and ideas presented, while using analytical skills to interpret the issue at hand and develop applicable or appropriate recommendations and solutions.
  • Leadership: Ability to lead, drive, and support projects for successful business outcomes.

Requirements

  • Expertise in waterfall and understanding of concepts of agile, as well as experience with Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and delivery of vendor solutions.
  • Experience with custom-built solutions, technologies, and integrations, as well as developing all elements of a project plan.

Nice to have

  • Four plus years of project management experience and a bachelor's degree or equivalent in additional years of experience.
  • Previous experience working in a law firm or legal environment is preferred.
  • A Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, other certifications such as a Certified Scrum Master (SCM) and a Master's Degree are preferred.

Compensation

  • The salary range for this position is from $120,000 – $130,000, which reflects the Firm's good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Company info

  • Ballard Spahr is a nationally recognized law firm with more than 750 lawyers across 19 offices in the United States.
  • A career at Ballard Spahr means joining a team of talented mentors, colleagues, and friends, supported by strong leadership that actively encourages professional growth.
  • Ballard Spahr is looking for a Project Manager responsible for scoping, planning, and executing projects within Ballard Spahr's Project Management Office (PMO).
  • This individual will exercise discretion, build relationships, and develop plans while leading diverse project teams to achieve successful delivery.
  • The selected individual will possess demonstrable proficiency in waterfall and some knowledge of agile concepts.
  • This position involves building project charters, scoping custom and packaged vendor solutions (RFPs), developing all aspects of a project plan, managing project invoices and financials, managing resource commitments, and formally closing projects.
  • This position is remote, and consideration will be given to those near the Philadelphia office or surrounding areas, with the expectation to work in the office as needed.
  • Innovative Work Environment:
  • Become part of a forward-thinking firm that enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firm's executive leadership.
  • Professional Development:
  • Take advantage of continuous learning opportunities and avenues for career growth.
  • Join a Business Resource Group and share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences, and/or backgrounds.
  • The ability to understand each project's benefit, solution, technology, and activities while participating and contributing to the evolution of the PMO, including project intake, portfolio management, governance and communication, budgeting, financial management, and resource management with peer groups.
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  • ion to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, age, national origin, handicap or disability, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation, gender ide
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