Job Description

Who We AreAt Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward xe2x80x93 always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.The RoleKyndryl Project Managers oversee the delivery of major projects within scope, schedule, and budget. Youxe2x80x99ll be the driving force for every aspect of a programxe2x80x99s success, and the xe2x80x9cconductorxe2x80x9d who orchestrates everyonexe2x80x99s efforts to make beautiful music together. As the single point of contact to the client, youxe2x80x99ll also be the living embodiment of Kyndrylxe2x80x99s reputation every day.As Project Manager, you are responsible for project management support of both client and cloud environments. You will support projects and stakeholders in client facing roles. If you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative workplace, Kyndryl provides an environment where you will be challenged and inspired every single day.But as important as planning and organization are, communication is 90% of the job. Youxe2x80x99re the single point of contact with the client, partners, and all stakeholders, supporting them and ensuring they get what they need. Youxe2x80x99re also the bridge to every other team on the project, including both technical and account roles. The result is an exciting multicultural, often multilingual environment. Bottom line: You need to like interactions with other people and know how to be kind and empathetic but also assertive xe2x80x94 and handle customer change requests with diplomacy.Youxe2x80x99re going to be meeting a lot of people, networking, and forging relationships. Our xe2x80x9cone team with the customerxe2x80x9d concept means youxe2x80x99ll develop especially strong partnerships with the client and elsewhere. Some projects or clients even involve xe2x80x9cembeddingxe2x80x9d with the client at their location. This puts more visibility on you personally, but it also gives you more opportunity to add value to the relationship. This is one of the things Kyndryls love about working here. Itxe2x80x99s a great way to hone your service and people skills, and it lays the groundwork for career growth both laterally and vertically.Your future at Kyndryl
Becoming a Project Manager at Kyndryl is an excellent gateway to many different paths. Youxe2x80x99ll be creating a well-rounded skillset while gaining professional certifications and qualifications. You can evolve horizontally into other technical or non-technical areas such as Technical Service Architect, or you can move vertically to become a senior project manager or program manager. There are many different types and flavors of PM roles, so everyone can find the opportunity that suits them best.Who You AreResponsibilities

• Utilize PM profession skills to enhance the level of service and quality of deliverables.

Exhibit project leadership in a shared services resource environment * Ability to collect technical inputs from subject matter experts and create solutions to drive aggressive timelines

• Communicate complex issues to stakeholders with recommendations on the path forward.
• Allocate resources appropriately to meet program needs and minimize resource contention
• Coordinate stakeholder meetings to ensure all parties understand the deliveries and milestones and the resources that are assigned
• Facilitate/manage solution Maturing phase of the project by working with design/solution team
• Develop detailed implementation plans using MS Project or Account specific tool
• Conduct Project Definition Workshops with all the stakeholders and produce the written report - Project Definition Report
• Work with various delivery team to ensure that all relevant teams within IBM and alliance teams/sub-contractors are engaged during implementation
• Close collaboration with the different Cloud teams ("Operations", "Architecture", etc.) and the business IT project teams
• Should be well versed with project management domains: Initiating, planning, executing, controlling and closing
• Lead a project team in delivering a solution to the customer and should have overall performance responsibility for managing scope, cost, schedule, and contractual deliverable, which includes applying techniques for planning, tracking, change control, and risk management
• Manage all project resources and establish an effective communication plan with the project team and the customer and provide day to day direction to the project team and regular project status to the customer
• Oversee all aspects of projects. Set deadlines, assign responsibilities and monitor and summarize progress of project. Prepare reports for upper management regarding status of project

Required Professional and Technical Expertise:

• Minimum 10+years of overall experience in IT industry with 5+ years of proven delivery managing increasingly complex projects
• Strong Cloud infrastructure background with Cloud (AWS/Azure/Google/IBM Cloud) migration experience
• Leadership competencies for team building, client relations, Negotiation, decision making, problem solving and conflict management
• Proficient in Agile methodology with an ability to adapt quickly to changing technology requirements
• Proven project management skill and an ability to navigate fast paced and rapidly evolving environments, # Knowledge of the PMI Process Groups; Initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing. Knowledge of current Project Management methodologies
• Strong working knowledge of project-planning tools like MS Project, MS Excel, MS Power point
• Knowledge of Data Center infrastructure management
• Knowledge of Cloud services delivery strategies and experience with implementations of all types of Cloud Deployment models Public, Private and Hybrid
• Experience in leading project teams across different countries and cultures.
• Proven ability to learn and grasp concepts quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective Client & Stakeholder handling skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication skills and attention to detail

Preferred Professional and Technical Expertise:

• Project Management Professional certification
• You love collaborative environments that use agile methodologies to encourage creative design thinking and find innovative ways to develop with cutting edge technologies
• Ambitious individual who can work under their own direction towards agreed targets/goals and with creative approach to work
• Intuitive individual with an ability to manage change and proven time management
• Proven interpersonal skills while contributing to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Up-to-date technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications

Required Education:Bachelorxe2x80x99s DegreePreferred Education:Masterxe2x80x99s DegreeBeing YouDiversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, itxe2x80x99s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But wexe2x80x99re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you xe2x80x93 and everyone next to you xe2x80x93 the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. Thatxe2x80x99s the Kyndryl Way.What You Can ExpectWith state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter xe2x80x93 wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.Get Referred!If you know someone that works at Kyndryl, when asked xe2x80x98How Did You Hear About Usxe2x80x99 during the application process, select xe2x80x98Employee Referralxe2x80x99 and enter your contact's Kyndryl email address.

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