Senior Project Manager

Cognizant Technology Solutions is seeking for “Senior Manager “; who could join in our team of IT professionals in a permanent role. If you meet our background requirements and skills and looking for an opportunity to be rewarded for your skills and expertise, here is the ideal opportunity for you!

Job Responsibilities:

Roles/Responsibilities (5 – 8 day to day candidate’s responsibilities)

  • Provide allocation updates to client PM’s thru the GPS-PPM system.
  • Provide a forecasting report on resource needs as per the project to VMO
  • Ensure compliance to training for all PM resources. Share regular update to client.
  • Reporting of SLA metrics for Resourcing and Training as part of PMaaS Project SLA’s
  • Work with PFM’s and PM’s and ensure seamless execution of projects.
  • First level of escalation for any PM related issues
  • Manage portfolio leads and 50+ project managers (onshore and offshore) to achieve timely, concise, and high-quality project executions within the life sciences vertical. 

 

Required Qualifications (5 – 8 bullet points on must have skills)

  • Comfortable using Teams, Visio, Excel, Tableau (nice to have), OBIEE (nice to have) and Zoom  
  • Knowledge of Unity/Clarity (nice to have)  
  • Knowledge/experience using GPS-PPM (nice to have)  
  • Familiar with Waterfall and Agile project execution approaches 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The annual salary for this position is between $[120K-160K] depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) plan and contributions
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability

Employee Status : Full Time Employee

Shift : Day Job

Travel : No

Job Posting : Nov 17 2023

About Cognizant

Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 185 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com or follow us @USJobsCognizant.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you have a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

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