· Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Project Management or equivalent
· Minimal 3 years of relevant working experience as IT Application Project Lead in at least 1 full project development life cycles
· Possess excellent communication skills, written and spoken, with the ability to work and communicate with all levels of staff
· Professional Project Management Certification preferred
· Demonstrated understanding of Project Management processes, strategies and methods
· Experience mentoring, coaching and developing rising talent in the technology department
· Excellent time management and organizational skills and experience establishing guidelines in these areas for others
· Strong sense of personal accountability regarding decision-making and supervising department teams
· Experience working in a high-level collaborative environment and promoting a teamwork mentality
· Managerial experience applying analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
· Ability to predict challenges and seek to proactively head-off obstacles