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Job Title: Business Analyst

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 23:03:00 GMT

Reference Number: SD809171
Job Title: Business Analyst
Job Location: Richmond
Job Type: Contract, 12 months with a possibility of an extension
Job Description:
Our client is looking to contract a Business Analyst for a 12-month contract with an extension possibility. As part of their project team they will be responsible for:

* being the primary Business Analyst for a particular area of the business covered by the assigned project
* working with the clients to confirm requirements and find acceptable system solutions or alternatives
* the evaluation and assessment of package functionality to meet business requirements (fit/gap analysis)
* providing support to the team developing this aspect of the application
* providing support to the technical and business teams testing this aspect of the application
* working closely with other BAs on the project team to ensure the integrity of the overall application and consistency in approach and design
* taking on secondary areas of responsibility within the team to provide back-up for other team members
* participating in future project planning and creating information systems plans

Skill Requirements:

* Minimum 6-8 years experience in progressively responsible positions
* Experience with the Curam framework
* Experience with evaluating models/frameworks to meet customer requirements
* Experience defining business requirements and translating into detail design specifications
* Experience in providing project estimates
* Data Analysis and Modeling experience with relational databases (DB2)
* Excellent facilitation, organizational and communication skills
* Strong analytical, problem solving and conflict resolution skills
* Ability to work in a fast paced environment
* Strong team player
* Ability to work with clients at various levels in the organization
* Experience in a Social Services, Insurance or like organization an asset

Contact:
Geoff Whitehead
Andersen Ryce Staffing Inc.
Tel: 604-719-1992
gwhitehead@andersenryce.com

Senior Project Manager

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 23:14:00 GMT

Job Title: Senior Project Manager
Job Location: Richmond
Job Type: Permanent
Job Description: Our client is looking to hire a sr. project manager.

Summary of work:
The PM is responsible for planning, scheduling, estimation, prioritization, and execution of assigned project work. The PM works with the outside client counterpart to co-ordinate project work between the outside client, our client, and any third party vendors.

Apart from controlling the triple constraints of any project: time, resources and budget; the PM is also the Contract Manager responsible for scope control and the management thereof. PM?s must be familiar with and implement the practices set out in the Project Management Institute?s (PMI) Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) guide for all their projects.

The PM is required to travel to customer sites or to the Richmond office in order to effectively manage their projects, attend meetings, and gather information for Project Management artifacts.

Key Accountabilities, Duties & Responsibilities:

Management of Resources, Timelines & Budgets
Delivery of projects on time and within budget using available resources, which includes, but is not limited to the following:

* For all assigned projects, use MS Project software to complete a detailed master project management schedule/plan including both internal & client tasks and responsibilities
* Preparation and maintenance of project management artifacts/documents in accordance with schedule
* Implement and manage each project, including monitoring the project?s progress to ensure all deliverables are being met in a timely fashion and budget and costs are closely tracked
* Prepare, communicate, and track internal assignment sheets for all project task assignments to set the expectations for budget and delivery dates for the assigned tasks
* Communicate project status to the project team on a regular base
* Complete and submit monthly internal and client project reports showing Red, Yellow and Green status for all significant deliverables by no later than the last day of each month
* Manage the timelines of the project in conjunction with other projects and resources
* Advise the client of time delays as per the contractual obligation
* Work with Management and other Project Managers to set priorities, and ensure timely deliveries in line with budget
* Obtain approval from VP, PMO before agreeing to any significant project schedule changes, or re-base lining of any project plans
* Adhere to project change control policies, procedures and practices for management of scope growth/creep against original RFP/RFQ/Contract
* Processing and collection of invoices for deliverables and tracking them until receipt
* Maintain a profitability spreadsheet for each project under your control and advise the VP of any changes
* Internal administration duties

Relationship Management

* Ensure customer satisfaction with project progress, delivered product, and team performance
* Notify internal managers as needed of changes in time lines
* Communicate with the PM team and Client on an ongoing basis to keep all parties abreast of latest issues
* Liaise with the Sales team on an ongoing basis
* Maintain strong client relationships and be a positive representative for the company
* Travel to client sites to attend meetings for project kick-off and other important occasions such as ?go live? and as required to meet other essential time lines or to resolve issues that may arise
* Mentor other staff on the project as needed
* Trouble shoot and resolve issues by being a mediator and problem solver for and between the various parties on the project

Fulfill other related tasks and duties as needed. Participate in continual professional development activities inside and outside the office. Contribute to the continuing improvement and growth of the project management office.
Competencies and Personal Attributes

Communication and writing skills

* Planning and management skills
* Thorough, with attention to detail
* Knowledge and experience with PM processes and methodology, including Knowledge of PMBOK & PMI practices
* Ability to work independently and as a team member within the Project Management Office
* Strong leadership skills
* Calm & Decisive in complex situations
* Problem solve in deadline driven environment
* Be honest, fair and transparent in business processes
* Negotiate and balance all stakeholder interest
* Manage staff and project teams
* Knowledge of MS project software
* Comfortable with public speaking

Education/Experience:
* Five years? knowledge of large-system project management involving multiple executives and stakeholders
* PMI Certification, preferred

Contact:
Geoff Whitehead
Andersen Ryce Staffing Inc.
Tel: 604-719-1992
gwhitehead@andersenryce.com

Intermediate / Senior Java Developers

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 22:29:00 GMT

Job Title: Intermediate / Senior Java Developers
Job Location: Burnaby
Job Type: FT, permanent position
Salary: $60,000 to $95,000
Job Description:

Our client is looking to add several Java Developers to their existing team. They have intermediate and senior positions available and one of the senior positions requires team lead experience. Intermediate candidates should have 2 - 3 years of commercial experience, senior candidates require 5+ years experience.

They will be involved in the development and implementation of enhancements to an existing suite of systems. They will be responsible for and/or gain experience with analysis, design, programming, testing, debugging and implementation of system code.

Qualifications:

- Computer Science or equivalent degree
- Minimum of 2 years experience developing enterprise solutions in Java
- Experience with J2EE, WebLogic, Swing, Oracle, XML and SQL
- Knowledge of OOD, J2EE design patterns and UML would be an asset
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Solid oral and written English language skills are mandatory

Contact:
Geoff Whitehead
Andersen Ryce Staffing Inc.
Tel: 604-719-1992
gwhitehead@andersenryce.com