Senior Project Manager job
Posted: July 16, 2006
Post subject: Senior Project Manager
Post subject: Senior Project Manager
subject: Senior Project Manager , BioWare Corp. Austin
BioWare Corp. Austin is looking for Senior Project Manager
duration - Full Time
Job details: Senior Project Manager BioWare Austin is seeking candidates for the position of Senior Project Manager. The Senior Project Manager leads multi-disciplinary teams through the game development lifecycle according to our production processes on specific game titles. This position manages the project side of game development, meeting the planned schedule, defined feature set and resource constraints to deliver a high-quality game to market. This position works closely with the Project Director, implementing the vision, scope, creative direction, feature set and quality levels defined by the Project Director.
Responsibilities
Develops, maintains and effectively executes the project plan to establish critical paths and recommended course of action for completing the game.
Plans and manages the production of the game, allocating resources and developing an effective and efficient schedule, budget and milestone plan to deliver the game.
Ensures timely and accurate asset flow - manages, coordinates and controls the delivery of assets, tools and features, localization and marketing/PR materials.
Works with the team leads to assign work and monitor progress.
Coordinates resources for the team.
Works with the Project Director to establish and communicate project goals, objectives, plans and milestones to the project team.
Works with functional managers to continuously manage trade-offs between scope, resources and time during the project lifecycle to deliver on to the high quality standard expected of a BioWare game.
Risk Management - Identify, analyze, prioritize, mitigate and communicate project risks.
Facilitates and involves others in problem solving, decision making and creative thinking.
Documents, communicates and administers key project management processes within the project team and across the company. Coach others on project management processes and best practices.
Stays current and is conversant with PM industry standards - educates & shares with other Production team members. Analyze applicability of new standards and implement when it makes sense.
Will manage any additional project managers assigned to the project.
Conforms to the project management reporting and standards set by the Director of Project Management for BioWare.
Requirements
University degree or graduate of a recognized post secondary program in project management or related discipline is preferred.
PMP designation and/or SEI CMM training are definite assets.
7-10 years of experience with scheduling resources and managing projects of significant complexity.
Experience in the Information Technology or entertainment industry is required.
Experience with large client/server projects is strongly preferred.
Able to identify and solve problems creatively without guidance.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Strong problem solving and decision-making ability.
Ability to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities and groups of people who need to cooperate to achieve maximum efficiency.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment is required.
Superior time management and organizational skills are essential.
Excellent attention to detail is essential.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and a broad knowledge / familiarity with scheduling software.
Excellent analytical and mathematical skills are required.
Location: Austin, Texas, United States
Contact info:
7000 N. Mopac Blvd
Suite 2004
Austin, Texas 78731
http://www.bioware.com
Fax: 5125146641
E-mail: AdminJobsAustin@bioware.com
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BioWare Corp. Austin is looking for Senior Project Manager
duration - Full Time
Job details: Senior Project Manager BioWare Austin is seeking candidates for the position of Senior Project Manager. The Senior Project Manager leads multi-disciplinary teams through the game development lifecycle according to our production processes on specific game titles. This position manages the project side of game development, meeting the planned schedule, defined feature set and resource constraints to deliver a high-quality game to market. This position works closely with the Project Director, implementing the vision, scope, creative direction, feature set and quality levels defined by the Project Director.
Responsibilities
Develops, maintains and effectively executes the project plan to establish critical paths and recommended course of action for completing the game.
Plans and manages the production of the game, allocating resources and developing an effective and efficient schedule, budget and milestone plan to deliver the game.
Ensures timely and accurate asset flow - manages, coordinates and controls the delivery of assets, tools and features, localization and marketing/PR materials.
Works with the team leads to assign work and monitor progress.
Coordinates resources for the team.
Works with the Project Director to establish and communicate project goals, objectives, plans and milestones to the project team.
Works with functional managers to continuously manage trade-offs between scope, resources and time during the project lifecycle to deliver on to the high quality standard expected of a BioWare game.
Risk Management - Identify, analyze, prioritize, mitigate and communicate project risks.
Facilitates and involves others in problem solving, decision making and creative thinking.
Documents, communicates and administers key project management processes within the project team and across the company. Coach others on project management processes and best practices.
Stays current and is conversant with PM industry standards - educates & shares with other Production team members. Analyze applicability of new standards and implement when it makes sense.
Will manage any additional project managers assigned to the project.
Conforms to the project management reporting and standards set by the Director of Project Management for BioWare.
Requirements
University degree or graduate of a recognized post secondary program in project management or related discipline is preferred.
PMP designation and/or SEI CMM training are definite assets.
7-10 years of experience with scheduling resources and managing projects of significant complexity.
Experience in the Information Technology or entertainment industry is required.
Experience with large client/server projects is strongly preferred.
Able to identify and solve problems creatively without guidance.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Strong problem solving and decision-making ability.
Ability to work under pressure and coordinate numerous activities and groups of people who need to cooperate to achieve maximum efficiency.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment is required.
Superior time management and organizational skills are essential.
Excellent attention to detail is essential.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and a broad knowledge / familiarity with scheduling software.
Excellent analytical and mathematical skills are required.
Location: Austin, Texas, United States
Contact info:
7000 N. Mopac Blvd
Suite 2004
Austin, Texas 78731
http://www.bioware.com
Fax: 5125146641
E-mail: AdminJobsAustin@bioware.com
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