Sr. Program Manager

Gartner, Inc. (NYSE: IT) is the world’s leading information technology research and advisory company. We deliver the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. From CIOs and senior IT leaders in corporations and government agencies, to business leaders in high-tech and telecom enterprises and professional services firms, to technology investors, we are the indispensable partner to 60,000 clients in 10,000 distinct organizations. Through the resources of Gartner Research, Gartner Executive Programs, Gartner Consulting and Gartner Events, we work with every client to research, analyze and interpret the business of IT within the context of their individual role. Founded in 1979, Gartner is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, U.S.A., and has 4,000 associates, including 1,200 research analysts and consultants in 75 countries. For more information, visit gartner.com. Your Thinking Matters Here: At Gartner, what you say matters — not just to us, but to our 60,000 clients worldwide. Together, our associates deliver the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. We are the most influential voice in technology today, helping the world's most successful IT and business leaders make critical strategic and investment decisions. 65% of the Fortune 1000 and 80% of the Global 500 support their key technology decisions with Gartner insight. What Makes Gartner Unique: Gartner, Inc. is the leading provider of research and analysis on the global information technology industry. Gartner serves more than 60,000 clients, including chief information officers and other senior IT executives in corporations and government agencies, as well as technology companies and the investment community. The Company focuses on delivering objective, in-depth analysis and actionable advice to enable clients to make more informed business and technology decisions. The Company's businesses consist of Gartner Research and Events for IT professionals; Gartner Executive Programs, membership programs and peer networking services; and Gartner Consulting, customized engagements with a specific emphasis on outsourcing and IT management. Founded in 1979, Gartner is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, and has 3,700 associates, including 1,200 research analysts and consultants, in 75 locations worldwide. For additional information, visit www.gartner.com. What We Offer: In addition to our highly competitive base salary and commission structure, our benefits are first class. We offer: * Company paid life insurance, long-term disability pay, short-term disability pay, and optional supplemental insurance. * Full medical, including prescription drug coverage, Dental, and Vision * 401K with 100% company match up to 4% with no vesting period. * Profit sharing that is added directly to your 401K of 1% of salary up to $2050 * Employee Stock Option Purchase Plan in which you can purchase stock for 95% of our stock’s opening or closing price (whichever is lower) * Work/life balance is important to us, you accrue 20+ days of paid time off per year and we actually want you to take it! …and an additional 9 paid holidays Position Description Description:"Direct multiple global technology-based projects and staff in support of STG and designated Gartner business units. Responsible for the development of strategic and tactical planning of technology and people resources necessary for successful completion of several large-scale projects. Responsible for the creation of long term strategies and approaches to control and manage projects in support of complex business requirments. Responsible for directing multiple sub-team project plans into a cohesive whole. Lead activities with support/service groups outside the project team to ensure successful project resultsLeverage personal expertise to develop and present rational conclusions, recommendations and direct implementation strategies/action plansDirect project activities to Estimate, Plan, Design, Build, Test, and Migrate solutions into productionDevelop and oversee implementation of project methodologies ensuring that accepted methodologies are followedDirect analysis on and shape business requirements to determine technical designEvaluate staff following project completion identifying strengths and areas for development via a formal, written performance appraisal"Qualifications:"Overall 10 + years combined technology development and management experience in a large complex environmentA proven track record of experience in leading the designing and deployment of large-scale solutions. Significant electronic publishing domain experience. Knowledge of XML publishing model.Extensive Project management experienceExperience in all phases of a Systems development LifecycleUnderstanding of application design strengths and weaknessesDemonstrated success in working with business stakeholders and application teams in implememtning new solutions across the organizationAble to establish creditability quickly as a passionate change agent with exceptional managerial skills is necessary to succeed in this position. Proven ability to establish a dynamic organization designed to meet the complex business requirements of the organization.Must be familiar with the systems scope and projects objectives, as well as the role and function of each team member, in order to effectively coordinate the activities of the team.Able to understand the strategic direction of the business to ensure that new features and functions are implemented to conform to stated strategies and business needs.Able to influence the scope and direction of initiatives across multiple levels of management and all organizational boundariesStrong business acumen and leadership experience - proven track record of acting as a valued IT business partner to senior leadership. Proven ability to influence and interact effectively with senior level clients and business leaders. Able to influence and manage the expectations of clients, team members, management and external groups Able to analyze, use structured problem solving and available tools to quickly evaluate problems, identify root cause, create action plans, assess impact and develop resolution option"Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceWhat we Offer:In addition to our highly competitive base salary and commission structure, our benefits are unrivaled. We offer:* Company paid life insurance, long-term disability pay, short-term disability pay, and optional supplemental insurance.* Full medical through Cigna, including prescription drug coverage, Dental, and Vision* 401K with 100% company match up to 4% with no vesting period. * Profit sharing that is added directly to your 401K of 1% of salary up to $2050* Employee Stock Option Purchase Plan in which you can purchase stock for 95% of our stocks opening or closing price (whichever is lower)* Paid time off: you accrue 20 days a year* Paid holidaysJob Location: NOAMERICA - United States - CT - Stamford, NYJob Number: 6855BRCompany URL: http://www.gartner.com/careers