PMO: Portfolio & Risk Analyst

This is your opportunity to work for one of “Chicago’s 101 Best & Brightest Companies, 2007”!!


 

 

A top Chicago software company is seeking a PMO: Portfolio & Risk Analyst to join our team!! If you are looking to get your foot in the door with a leading-edge software development company this might be the opportunity for you!

 


 

What We Do


 

Founded in 1980, we are a well-established software development company characterized by our innovative technology products as well as our dedication to both our customers and our employees. Over time, we have grown from a company helping a handful of insurers value totaled vehicles, to providing our customers with industry-leading software solutions, analytical tools, and comprehensive data. Our solutions help our customers make better business decisions, ultimately getting people back into their cars faster after a collision.

 




 

Position Overview:

As a key member of the PMO Team, this individual will be responsible for providing leadership towards the establishment, implementation and support of Portfolio and Risk Management tools, services, practices and procedures. This individual will be the knowledge expert within the team and provide the leadership needed for driving to meet the PMO's Objectives in these specific areas.  CCC's PMO is directly responsible for defining, implementing, supporting, sustaining and governing all processes and procedures for PD and related organizations.  In 2008, the PMO will be expanding its services and will also be supporting the initiatives of the newly created ePMO.

 

Responsibilities:
Provide knowledge leadership on Portfolio Management
Provide knowledge leadership on Risk Management
Identify through individual and team work the strategic and tactical methods to achieve the PMO's objectives in the area of Portfolio Management
Identify through individual and team work the strategic and tactical methods to achieve the PMO's objectives in the area of Risk Management
Provide project estimates (resource, cost, time, scope) for related project initiatives
Determine high level requirements to meet Portfolio and Risk Management Objectives
Define and document processes and procedures to support requirements
Define Implementation and Change Management plans for meeting objectives in a phased approach
Create and/or review the creation of appropriate training materials
Provide training, mentoring and other services related to effective Portfolio and Risk Management practices, tools and techniques



Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in relevant technical or engineering discipline
MS or MBA desirable
Requires over 2 years of software development, process reengineering or related work experience
Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred, but not required.
Strong experience in analysis, design, implementation of tools, software, processes and procedures, following PMO methods and governance
2 years project management experience
Direct and key responsibilities in Portfolio and Risk Management
Worked ina PMO or in close association with a PMO organization (or equivalent)
Strong Project Management and Change Management experience and/or training


If interested, please send resume to Christine Scheurer, Technology Recruiting Manager at scheurer@cccis.com or apply directly to our careers website here: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA4/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CCCIS&cws=1&rid=179.


Why Choose Us


 

Innovative and revolutionary, we believe that our success depends on people making the difference. We pride ourselves on working with goal-oriented, ambitious individuals, people who share our vision of leadership, innovation and commitment to others. It’s hard not to be successful when you recruit and retain the most talented people!


 

 


 

We know that our employees are our greatest assets and want each one to have a long, successful career with us. Therefore, we offer a variety of training programs and career development opportunities, and promote a healthy work-life balance. We offer paid time off, vacation, and holidays. Additional company benefits include an onsite workout facility, medical, dental, and vision insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan!  Last, but certainly not least, we’re located in the Merchandise Mart in the heart of beautiful downtown Chicago! What’s not to love?!