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Bright Horizons IT Project Manager in Newton, Massachusetts
Are you looking for a position where you can play a key part in the success of a division of a FORTUNE Magazine Voted “Top Company to Work For”? If you are searching for a job where you can put your exceptional communication and persuasion skills, strong work ethic, and positive attitude to help bring new business into your organization, keep reading! The IT Project Manager position at Bright Horizon could provide you with the place to accomplish your career goals.
As the IT Project Manager , you will be responsible for providing overall direction, coordination, execution and completion of specific projects ensuring consistency with Bright Horizons strategy and goals. You will manage the day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope while minimizing exposure and risk. The IT Project Manager would work closely with, but, not limited to marketing, finance, internal audit, IT, cost center owners, directors/principals, 3rd party suppliers and supply management to ensure their needs are being met in a timely and professional manner. If are interested in launching your career within the IT department and are ready for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity then keep reading and apply!
What you will be doing:
Understand initiatives in order to facilitate the definition of project scope, goals, deliverables and ultimately create project work plans.
Plan and schedule project timelines and meetings.Monitor, report and follow-up on the status and next steps of all project components.
Effectively identify, adjust for and communicate downstream impacts of project changes.
Able to navigate project changes effectively, remove barriers and coordinate with a variety of cross-functional project team members.
Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities to cross-functional project team members.
Effectively apply Bright Horizons IT Project methodology and enforce project standards.
Prepare for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.
Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
Act as a global liaison for Bright Horizons IT, keeping abreast of initiatives to avoid overlapping efforts.
What we hope you will bring to the role:
Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering, Technology or related field.
Minimum 5+ years of technology project/program management.
Strong scheduling and budgeting experience for project.
Experience managing all phases of the project life cycle, including running project prioritization meetings, post-installation project post-mortem meetings and a proven track record of multi-tasking, meeting deadlines and delivering projects on budget.
Knowledge of different project management software, and be technically competent with various software programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project and Visio.
Experience working with diverse teams.
PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification or equivalent preferred.
The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.
Life at Bright Horizons:
Our home office employees support all facets of our business — and no matter which department you join, you’ll be part of a passionate team doing work that makes a difference in the lives of children and families.
Our people are the heart of our company. Because we’re as committed to our own employees as we are to the clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Here, you’ll find traditional perks (health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and flex spending) plus childcare discounts, education assistance, and so much more. Join us to experience how we support our people to realize their passion, possibilities, and purpose both at work and at home. All in a workplace where you can be you. Come build a brighter future with us.
HAVING TECHNICAL ISSUES WITH YOUR APPLICATION?
Contact us at bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com or 855-877-6866
Bright Horizons is dedicated to creating a workforce that promotes and supports diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following EEO is the Law Poster: EEO – English (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) and EEO – Spanish (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeosp.pdf) along with information on the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf) .
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the recruitment helpdesk at 855-877-6866 or bhrecruit@brighthorizons.com . Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Passion, Potential, and Possibilities
All three await you in a Bright Horizons ® career. Whether you work in one of our child care centers, a corporate office, or a family’s home, you’ll be part of a company named 20 times as one of FORTUNE’s “100 Best Companies to Work For.” (https://youtu.be/IkTDOR2cFHA) Join a team driven to make a difference, one child, one family, and one organization at a time. Come build a brighter future with us .