32 Professional Services jobs in Mckinney

Apex is currently searching for a Services Project Manager to sit in Plano, TX. This is a 12+ month contract and can pay up to $50 an hour on W2. Description The Professional Services Project Manager will lead services projects as part of the delivery cycle, including handling all deployment resources and ensuring that all deliverables are met and delivered on time and under budget. The Project Manager will drive customer deployment projects including program, and process initiatives, as well as partner with IT on systems and infrastructure processes. These engagements are typically less than 100 days of total effort. Project Managers will carry a project load of about 30 projects totaling (USD)1M in revenue. Responsibilities Determine project partners and team structure / organization partners will include technical and business resources In conjunction with project partners, help ensure the definition of project scope, requirements, and deliverables Develop project timeline and landmarks using appropriate tools and techniques Build and execute project work plans and revise them as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities and tasks Run day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope Work on services operational projects that target new services IP delivery, partner communications, scheduling, etc. Review deliverables prepared by the team before passing them to the client Effectively apply Project Management methodology and implement project standards Minimize our exposure and risk on all projects Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately Track and report team hours and expenses on a weekly basis Requirements BS in Computer Science, MIS, Business, or equivalent education / training / experience 8+ years of related work experience or leading complex projects desired Analyze project profitability, revenue, margins, bill rates, and utilization Strong proficiency with project management software, such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheets Good presentation skills including written, oral, and presentation Good organizational skills including tool utilization (spreadsheets, project management tools, mind maps), information collection, attention to detail, and prioritization Strong interpersonal skills including appreciation and the ability to elicit collaboration from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other departments Flexible to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines; able to promptly and expertly react to project adjustments and alterations Project Management Institute PMP(r) certification or equivalent a plus Experience with Google’s G Suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Slides) is a plus EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at (emailprotected) or . Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex Benefits Overview : Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses / books / seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job DescriptionJob Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our team in the Professional Services department. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in managing end-to-end project management activities, including vendor selection, procurement, budgeting, scheduling, stakeholder management, and risk mitigation. The candidate should also have strong negotiation skills and be able to coordinate with multiple teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Initiate and manage procurement processes to select vendors
• Coordinate across teams on project reporting, prioritization, resource allocation, and visibility
• Estimate project budget and validate utilization against resources engaged
• Forecast project budget based on resource utilization
• Coordinate and engage with different stakeholders, including business users and vendors, from feasibility study, implementation, and benefit realization
• Initiate, liaise and negotiate with users to reach consensus on the requirements, delivery schedule, and resource commitment
• Set up infrastructures and milestones
• Identify issues/risks proactively with mitigation plans to avoid impacts and escalations
• Escalate issues and impacts to the appropriate stakeholders
• Plan and execute user acceptance test followed by signing off
• Plan and execute production deployment followed by sign-off
• Ensure proper transitioning services implemented
• Produce quality project deliverables such as project charter, implementation plan, etc
• Update all stakeholders with the latest status and issues/risks
• Enable IT support
• Project closure sign-off

Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Project Management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong negotiation skills with business, InfoSec, and IT teams
• Proven track record of delivering complex IT projects on time and within budget
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies
• Experience with vendor selection and management
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure and operations
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

If you are a proactive, results-driven Project Manager with a passion for delivering high-quality projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Primary Skills : Project Management (Expert), Analytical Skills (Advanced), Professional Services (Expert), (Advanced), Budget Management (Expert),Cyber Security (Expert) Contract Type : W2 Duration : 12 months Pay Range : $50 - $54 per hour This role may require travel to business meetings and events and requires reliable transportation to do so. If a hire chooses to drive with customers as their passengers or for other business reasons, hires must be in possession and maintain a valid driver’s license. Job Summary : Job Description : We are seeking a seasoned Professional Services Project Manager responsible for leading services projects within our delivery cycle. This role involves managing all deployment resources, ensuring deliverables are met timely and budget constraints are adhered to. The ideal candidate will drive customer deployment projects, including program and process initiatives, partner closely with IT on system and infrastructure processes, and ensure projects averaging under 100 days in effort collectively achieve (USD)1M in revenue. Key Responsibilities : Establish project partners and team structures, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of project scope, requirements, and deliverables. Develop project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools, adjusting plans to meet varying needs. Assign resources and tasks, managing the day-to-day operational aspects of each project. Ensure efficient new services IP delivery through operational projects targeting partner communication and scheduling. Conduct thorough reviews of team deliverables before client submission, applying Project Management methodology and standards to minimize risk. Must Have Skills : Strong proficiency in project management software (Microsoft Project, Smartsheets). Excellent presentation skills, including written, oral, and aptitude for persuasion and negotiation. Advanced organizational skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to prioritize effectively. ABOUT AKRAYA Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to excellence and a thriving work environment . Most recently, we were recognized Inc's Best Workplaces 2024 and Silicon Valley's Best Places to Work by the San Francisco Business Journal (2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022)! Industry Leaders in IT Staffing As staffing solutions providers for Fortune 100 companies, Akraya's industry recognitions solidify our leadership position in the IT staffing space. We don't just connect you with great jobs, we connect you with a workplace that inspires! Let us lead you to your dream career and experience the Akraya difference. Browse our open positions and join our team! #J-18808-Ljbffr

It all started in sunny San Diego, California in 2004 when a visionary engineer, Fred Luddy, saw the potential to transform how we work. Fast forward to today - ServiceNow stands as a global market leader, bringing innovative AI-enhanced technology to over 8,100 customers, including 85% of the Fortune 500®. Our intelligent cloud-based platform seamlessly connects people, systems, and processes to empower organizations to find smarter, faster, and better ways to work. But this is just the beginning of our journey. Join us as we pursue our purpose to make the world work better for everyone.

What you get to do in this role:

The Customer Outcomes Senior Technical Consultant is responsible configuring ServiceNow Platform (IT Workflow, Customer Workflow, Employee Workflow, and Platform) based on leading practices to provide a solution that achieves customer outcomes. The Senior Technical Consultant is the functional and technical expert in customer engagements.

• Participate in workshops with customers to assess current processes and establish future-state processes.

• Design and deliver ServiceNow solutions with a technical architecture designed for long-term success and following ServiceNow technical standards and leading practices.

• Provide oversight and unit testing of code developed by partner or customer employees.

• Advise customers on how to take advantage of the ServiceNow Platform capabilities to improve their business processes.

• Guide customers in completing required documentation such as business requirement workbooks for technical aspects of the solution.

• Provide feedback to product development to improve the product based on experiences gained with customers.

• Maintain skills / certifications o ServiceNow Certified System Administrator o Customer Service Management (CSM) Implementor o Field Service Management (FSM) Implementor

In order to be successful in this role, we need someone who has:

-Experience in leveraging or critically thinking about how to integrate AI into work processes, decision-making, or problem-solving. This may include using AI-powered tools, automating workflows, analyzing AI-driven insights, or exploring AI's potential impact on the function or industry.

· At least 8 years of consulting experience for complex, global organizations

· Demonstrated ability to influence and consult (providing options with pros, cons and risks) in a Customer Service and/or Field Service Delivery / Shared Services environment, while providing thought leadership to sponsors/stakeholders in solving business process and/or technical problems

· Proven experience in defining and deploying future-state Customer Service and/or Field Service processes and in identifying solutions from a people, process and technology perspective with a focused prowess on implementation of technology

· Strong understanding with leading Customer Service and/or Field Service and related systems and tools such as Salesforce, SAP, Oracle, Telephony

· Solid experience in converting business requirements to configuration requirements by authoring user stories that support Agile Development

· Demonstrated ability to influence and consult senior leaders (identification of needs, providing options with pros, cons and risks) in a large organization, while also providing thought leadership to sponsors/stakeholders in solving business process and/or technical problems.

· Experience creating implementation design artifacts, conducting solution presentations and obtaining customer acceptance of solution design.

· Strong capabilities in forging trust, engaging a remote or in-person audience bringing project/program management and leadership expertise.

· Strong aptitude toward communicating complex business and technical concepts using visualization and modeling aids. Ability to conceptualize and design sophisticated wireframes, workflows, and diagrams.

· A passion to continually study new technologies and functionality, as well as be involved in projects that push the capabilities of existing technologies.

· Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with strong presentation and facilitation skills (proficiency in Visio, Word and PowerPoint)

· Experience in analyzing and recommending Customer Service and/or Field Service strategies based on business priorities

· Strong interpersonal skills, customer-centric attitude, ability to deal with cultural diversity

· Proven team player and team builder

· Certification Requirements:

o ServiceNow Certified System Administrator

o Customer Service Management (CSM) Implementor

o Field Service Management (FSM) Implementor

Work Personas

We approach our distributed world of work with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible, remote, or required in office) are categories that are assigned to ServiceNow employees depending on the nature of their work. Learn more here ( .

Equal Opportunity Employer

ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or nationality, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with legal requirements.

Accommodations

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are unable to use this online application and need an alternative method to apply, please contact for assistance.

Export Control Regulations

For positions requiring access to controlled technology subject to export control regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), ServiceNow may be required to obtain export control approval from government authorities for certain individuals. All employment is contingent upon ServiceNow obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by relevant export control authorities.

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Company Description It all started in sunny San Diego, California in 2004 when a visionary engineer, Fred Luddy, saw the potential to transform how we work. Fast forward to today — ServiceNow stands as a global market leader, bringing innovative AI-enhanced technology to over 8,100 customers, including 85% of the Fortune 500. Our intelligent cloud-based platform seamlessly connects people, systems, and processes to empower organizations to find smarter, faster, and better ways to work. But this is just the beginning of our journey. Join us as we pursue our purpose to make the world work better for everyone. Job Description What you get to do in this role: The Customer Outcomes Senior Technical Consultant is responsible configuring ServiceNow Platform (IT Workflow, Customer Workflow, Employee Workflow, and Platform) based on leading practices to provide a solution that achieves customer outcomes. The Senior Technical Consultant is the functional and technical expert in customer engagements. Participate in workshops with customers to assess current processes and establish future-state processes. Design and deliver ServiceNowsolutions with a technical architecture designed for long-term success and following ServiceNow technical standards and leading practices. Provide oversight and unit testing of code developed by partner or customer employees. Advise customers on how to take advantage of the ServiceNow Platform capabilities to improve their business processes. Guide customers in completing required documentation such as business requirement workbooks for technical aspects of the solution. Provide feedback to product development to improve the product based on experiences gained with customers. Maintain skills / certifications o ServiceNow Certified System Administrator o Customer Service Management (CSM) Implementor o Field Service Management (FSM) Implementor Qualifications In order to be successful in this role, we need someone who has: -Experience in leveraging or critically thinking about how to integrate AI into work processes, decision-making, or problem-solving. This may include using AI-powered tools, automating workflows, analyzing AI-driven insights, or exploring AI’s potential impact on the function or industry. · At least 8 years of consulting experience for complex, global organizations · Demonstrated ability to influence and consult (providing options with pros, cons and risks) in a Customer Service and/or Field Service Delivery / Shared Services environment, while providing thought leadership to sponsors/stakeholders in solving business process and/or technical problems · Proven experience in defining and deploying future-state Customer Service and/or Field Service processes and in identifying solutions from a people, process and technology perspective with a focused prowess on implementation of technology · Strong understanding with leading Customer Service and/or Field Service and related systems and tools such as Salesforce, SAP, Oracle, Telephony · Solid experience in converting business requirements to configuration requirements by authoring user stories that support Agile Development · Demonstrated ability to influence and consult senior leaders (identification of needs, providing options with pros, cons and risks) in a large organization, while also providing thought leadership to sponsors/stakeholders in solving business process and/or technical problems. · Experience creating implementation design artifacts, conducting solution presentations and obtaining customer acceptance of solution design. · Strong capabilities in forging trust, engaging a remote or in-person audience bringing project/program management and leadership expertise. · Strong aptitude toward communicating complex business and technical concepts using visualization and modeling aids. Ability to conceptualize and design sophisticated wireframes, workflows, and diagrams. · A passion to continually study new technologies and functionality, as well as be involved in projects that push the capabilities of existing technologies. · Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with strong presentation and facilitation skills (proficiency in Visio, Word and PowerPoint) · Experience in analyzing and recommending Customer Service and/or Field Service strategies based on business priorities · Strong interpersonal skills, customer-centric attitude, ability to deal with cultural diversity · Proven team player and team builder · Certification Requirements: o ServiceNow Certified System Administrator o Customer Service Management (CSM) Implementor o Field Service Management (FSM) Implementor Additional Information Work Personas We approach our distributed world of work with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible, remote, or required in office) are categories that are assigned to ServiceNow employees depending on the nature of their work. Learn more here . Equal Opportunity Employer ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or nationality, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with legal requirements. Accommodations We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are unable to use this online application and need an alternative method to apply, please contact for assistance. Export Control Regulations For positions requiring access to controlled technology subject to export control regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), ServiceNow may be required to obtain export control approval from government authorities for certain individuals. All employment is contingent upon ServiceNow obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by relevant export control authorities. From Fortune. 2024 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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• Develop comprehensive project plans, including scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines.
• Collaborate with team members to define project objectives, requirements, and success criteria.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with projects and develop contingency plans.
• Allocate resources effectively to ensure that projects are adequately staffed and resourced.
• Monitor resource utilization and adjust allocations as needed.
• Lead project teams, providing guidance and direction to ensure projects are on track.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and schedules, and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Serve as a point of contact for clients and keep them informed about project status, milestones, and any potential issues.
• Implement quality control measures to ensure that project deliverables meet or exceed industry standards.
• Conduct regular project reviews and quality audits to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenses and ensuring projects stay within budgetary constraints.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including contracts, permits, reports, and correspondence.
• Generate regular progress reports and present project updates to internal and external stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 15+ years' experience with at least 5 years' experience in a project management role.
• Strong knowledge of civil engineering principles, construction processes, and industry regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Master's degree
• Project Management Professional certification (PMP)

Texas Corporate Office 190, 8505 Freeport Pkwy Irving, TX 75063, USA Texas Corporate Office 190, 8505 Freeport Pkwy Irving, TX 75063, USA Build a rock-solid future with BURNCO! BURNCO Rock Products Ltd has a fantastic opportunity for an IT Project Delivery Manager based out of our regional office in Irving, Texas. You will report to our Director IT, Project Delivery and work closely with our internal key stakeholders in IT, Health and Safety, HR, Finance, as well as our lines of business (Concrete, Asphalt, Aggregate). An IT Project Delivery Manager is responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of IT projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet the required quality standards. The IT Project Delivery Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring IT projects are delivered successfully, acting as the bridge between the organization, IT teams, and external vendors or service providers. Strong project management, communication, and leadership skills are essential for this role. What You Will Be Doing How we see your role breaking down: Project Management and Delivery – 60% Working with IT and business to ensure projects align with the organization's technology and business goals Responsible for leading and delivering multiple parallel IT Operational projects in a disciplined manner on time, on budget, within scope and quality specifications Develop well-defined project plans with Organization Change Management (OCM) strategy and stakeholder engagement details. Lead the creation of step-by-step deployment procedures with backout and roll-back sequences and timings, test plans and procedures Work hand in hand with contractors and suppliers to complete the required design, installation, commissioning of equipment and systems until complete handover to IT operations and the business Manage expectations of sponsor, steering committee and project team for agreed upon project performance by obtaining, providing and interpreting project metrics Work cross-functionally to solve problems and implement changes Provide expertise and consulting to junior project managers in the practice of project management and in the softer skills of team dynamics, team building and group motivation Successfully hand over the project outcomes to operations & support teams, leading to successful projects closure Manage interdependencies with other projects and operational activities. Project Administration – 25% Use project management software to maintain schedules and assign tasks Maintain regular project progress reporting on all phases of the project, as well as manage budget, timeline, issues, and risks with contingency plans to mitigate risks and issues. Assign work and provide direction regarding timeliness and completion of objectives to project team Continuously improve project management toolkits and methodologies used within BURNCO Ensure project transparency with timely and effective project communications Report progress to department and steering committee Collaboration, Operations and Budget – 15% Prepare and recommend project budgets and schedule for approval Monitor and balance assigned resources, budget, and schedule as necessary Negotiate changes in scope, resourcing, budget, or schedule with sponsor and steering committee and/or management Work with IT procurement to manage all invoices associated with assigned projects Maintain excellent relationships with vendors and ensure BURNCO is receiving top quality service Represent project stakeholders within the IT change management process Gather lessons learned from stakeholders on project results and delivery experience; analyze feedback and incorporate same into on-going and future projects. Working Conditions The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular work week from Monday to Friday and on-call availability during implementation and burn-in/warranty periods, dependent upon project scope. As some travel will be required to site locations a valid Drivers License is required, as well as an up to date Passport for occasional travel across the Canada/United States border. What We Would Like From You Disciplined approach in project management, requirements elicitation, risk and issue management, estimation, and forecasting. Analytical problem-solving ability for dealing with escalated issues arising from projects Strong leadership, negotiation, facilitation, and interpersonal skills Effective multitasking, organizational, time-management and prioritizing competency Effective in mentoring, coaching, and transferring expertise to others Expert ability to impact and influence project outcomes Exceptional interpersonal skills with an emphasis on relationship management Highly effective verbal and written communications to executive and leadership Experience/Technical Skills/Knowledge 10+ years of experience as an IT Project Manager leading Capital Projects over $1M Previous experience within the construction materials industry, with a focus on infrastructure, network, cyber security and applications upgrade desired Education/Certification/Designation Bachelors or Masters degree in relevant field (computer science, engineering, business) Project Management Professional certification or equivalent (Prince-2) required Previous experience managing projects within a construction materials industry is an asset. ITIL v4 Foundation, and security certifications are desired *Any diplomas, certifications, etc, in an IT field would be considered as an asset PERFORMANCE INCENTIVES …… They rock! GREAT BENEFITS . Count on it! Qualifications Skills Behaviors : Motivations : Education Experience Licenses & Certifications Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr