Smartsource is searching for a Consultant Technical Architect for an International Solution Provider

Job type: Permanent
Location: Based out of Chicago-land area
Travel: Frequent travel (up to 50%) is an integral part of this job
Salary at $125K/yr; plus bonus incentive of 10%.


Job description follows:
Someone in the Chicago-land area, but we are open to different locations.
We are implementing an internal project with MS Project Server 2007.Must have be hands on Technical Experience with MS Project Server!!!
First and foremost: must have excellent knowledge and experience managing large MS Project Server 2003 and 2007 implementations.

We seek an individual who has a broad knowledge of the Enterprise Project Management industry domain. Knowledge of Business Operations, Engineering, and Product Lifecycle Management business functions and the high-level architecture of their respective solutions are desirable. The ideal candidate will demonstrate EPM domain knowledge in combination with broad technology knowledge and the ability to architect solutions by mapping common enterprise business problems to reusable end-to-end technology solutions. Demonstrated ability to engage with senior level technology decision makers from IT and business customers, as well as solutions partners is a must. CTA is a key enabler for other consultants and partner staff. They oversee delivery of the largest, most complex, and most strategic projects for enterprise customers or with strategic partners. CTA has a passion for excellence which is demonstrated through professionalism and striving for quality of execution throughout the engagement.

CTA applies advanced analysis skills and experience in principles of software design to define appropriate customer solutions. To be credible he or she must have current experience with implementation of large Project Server 2003/2007.

CTA helps management identify, pursue and close the most strategic opportunities. To accomplish this, CTA must be effective in fostering executive level relationships.

CTA routinely act as subject matter experts assisting Engagement Managers and the Sales team in definition and development of service and solution offerings. They maintain extensive product group relationships and drive technical readiness around all products/go-to-markets for the region by mentoring consultants and partner staff and sharing best practices. In addition, CTA is responsible for extending and championing solutions from the vertical solution maps. CTA is able to deliver articulate and effective strategic presentations to audiences of all sizes.

CTA must have proven experience in positioning, selling and managing projects through the entire project lifecycle. This includes managing multi-phase/multi-dimensional/multi-resource projects to conclusion while maintaining high customer satisfaction. The role requires an individual who is resourceful, confident under pressure, and has demonstrated skill in both crisis management and expectation management.

The successful candidate will have a degree in Operations Management, Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent work experience. Higher relevant education preferred. Position requires at least 7-10 years relevant working experience including expertise in enterprise architecture as well as infrastructure deployment and/or distributed system implementation. In addition knowledge of one or several of the following technical domains is highly desirable: service orientated architecture, enterprise modeling, security, mobility, data management, enterprise application integration, reliability and availability, collaboration solutions, and high-value specialized technical skills (directories, embedded mobility, etc

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