Current Opening : Microsoft Project Specialist (USA and UK)

Relocation: No

Position Description:  This role will be responsible for supporting or managing the implementation of Microsoft Project and Project Server for Pinnacle clients. 

Required Skills: 

Requires minimum 5-7 years of proven implementation experience with Microsoft Office Project (up through Project 2003 and 2007)

Demonstrated experience with related Microsoft technologies such as Office, Sharepoint, SQL Server

Demonstrated experience with the following disciplines:

• Project plan development
• Project scheduling including IMS and IMP techniques
• Risk and issue management
• Project control using Earned Value

Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.  Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Desired Skills:   

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is a plus. 

Experience in developing or delivering Microsoft Project training is highly desirable.

Demonstrated experience with one or more of the following PM and EVMS tools:

• Deltek Cobra, M*PM, Open Plan and wInsight
• Primavera P3e, TeamPlay, Cost Management, Project Management
• Artemis Cost View
• Microsoft Project and Project Server

Travel:  Must be willing to travel up to 80%.

Pinnacle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or any other basis covered by law. Employment decisions are based solely on qualifications and business need.