It Project Manager

Evaluate project requests to create cost estimates, resource plans, schedules and other project documentation. Identify and work with commercial client and IBM internal stakeholders and/or Customers. Lead matrix teams to achieve all project objectives and requirements on schedule, Service Level Agreement applicable to the projects and within budget. Identify, track and own closure of all issues and actions; escalate issues to IBM management when appropriate and necessary. Identify project risk, and create and execute effective mitigation plans as necessary. Conduct project status meetings. Communicate with project stakeholders and management, including IBM executives and external clients. Track project finances and take appropriate action as required to stay within budget. Closeout all associated project records. Complete close-out checklist and gain approval from PE/DPE for project completion Review and document lessons learned.