Software Project Manager

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Job description

Job Description

The Software project manager is overall responsible for the project's delivering of Software Solutions systems within the given timeframes of the project - both in terms of functionality, technology, schedule, and budget. This can include both internal deliveries, and commitments due from external sub suppliers.

The Software project manager is responsible for managing the development and supply of a Software Solutions systems according to the customer contract and is in close coordination with the project manager for the overall project.

It is the Software Project Managers responsibility to ensure that our Software projects follow the BEUMER Group Stage-Gate Model, as well as BEUMER's project processes + quality management systems (BGMS) throughout the entire project lifecycle.

Must be able to travel up to 40% of the time for extended periods, domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities:

Manage Scope, Time, Cost, and Quality

Manage Risk

Manage Stakeholders and Communication

Manage Customer Expectations

Manage both internal and external sub suppliers

Manage the software project team and its team-members

Manage Software specifications and design

Manage Software development

Manage Software testing and on-site commissioning.

Regular project follow-up and reporting

Comply with the BEUMER's Stage Gate Model and Quality standards defined in BGMS

Key Performance Indicators

Software scope of the project is within approved budget.

Software scope of the project is on schedule.

Solution delivered according to Company quality standards.

Solution delivered according to Company processes.

No unexplained or unrecorded out of scope or rework throughout the project (managing scope creep)

Lessons learned collected and documented throughout the project.

Position Expectations:

Prioritizing and Decision-making: Prevent problems by prioritizing, taking, and standing by decisions and commitments made

Communication: Create commitment when communicating directions and goals in a clear and trustworthy manner

Implementation and Execution: Seek information from - and involve relevant stakeholders. Achieve outstanding results and show persistency through difficulties.

Motivation and Inspiration: Support the development of the team by delegating, inspiring people, and promoting teamwork.

Business and Results: Deliver consistently according to customer requirements as agreed in the contract

Passion for customers: Show interest in customers and deliver according to customer needs as agreed in the contract. Contribute to a customer-oriented culture.

Encourage development of Business Capabilities: Seek opportunities for improvements in own work area.

Functional Expertise:

Basic knowledge of functional area (Project Management and BEUMER processes) and basic knowledge about our Software products and solutions.

Fluent in English

International mind-set

Strong analytical mind-set that can easily comprehend complex tasks

Team player who finds it easy to work with others across different levels in the organization

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