Project Manager, Operations

As a Project Manager in Operations at 2K, your primary responsibilities include establishing project management standards, managing day-to-day execution of key global projects, providing governance and support, and engaging with high-level partners. You're in charge of tracking project progress, addressing issues, and maintaining alignment with organizational goals while ensuring timelines and quality standards are met.

To succeed as a Project Manager in Operations at 2K, you'll need a minimum of 5 years of experience in software development project management or a related field. A bachelor's degree is preferred, along with strong project management skills. Knowledge of Agile methodologies, conflict resolution, and experience in game development stages from concept to completion are significant assets.

Essential experience for the Project Manager Operations role at 2K includes a strong background in project management and scheduling tools, with the ability to manage, mitigate, and resolve project risks. Proven capabilities in building relationships with vendors, as well as delivering effective presentations, are crucial for success in this position.

At 2K, project management emphasizes a collaborative and innovative approach, unique due to our focus on the gaming industry. You'll be involved in all phases of game development, allowing you to work directly with talented teams and contribute to the creative process while upholding project management methodologies that reflect our brand's values.

A Project Manager at 2K utilizes various project management software tools and methodologies, primarily Agile frameworks. This includes establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure project success and overseeing the implementation of processes that promote efficient collaboration across teams, making sure we achieve our goals within the set timelines.

In answering this question, emphasize your familiarity with methodologies like Agile or Scrum. Share specific instances where you applied these methodologies in past projects and how they helped achieve project goals efficiently. Highlight your adaptability to different methodologies depending on project needs.

When addressing this question, provide examples of previous conflicts you've encountered and the steps you took to resolve them. Stress the importance of open communication and fostering a collaborative environment, along with illustrating how you involve all parties to find a constructive resolution.

Outline your systematic approach to risk management, starting from identification to mitigation. Discuss how you assess potential risks, maintain an updated risk register, and engage your team in proactive risk discussions to ensure everyone is aware and prepared.

Explain your method for ensuring alignment, such as regularly reviewing project objectives against the company's strategic goals. Detail how you engage key stakeholders in planning sessions to align your team's efforts and maintain transparency throughout the project duration.

Mention specific tools you've used like JIRA, Trello, or Microsoft Project, and describe how you’ve leveraged these tools to streamline project tracking and reporting. Provide examples of how these tools have increased your teams' productivity and facilitated better communication.

Share a specific instance that showcases your multi-tasking abilities. Discuss your priority-setting strategy, how you delegated tasks effectively, and used project management tools to keep things organized. Highlight your ability to maintain quality and meet deadlines despite the multiple demands.

Detail your approach to communication, including your routine updates through meetings, reports, or dashboards. Emphasize the importance of transparency, tailoring your communications based on the audience's needs and ensuring all stakeholders feel informed and engaged throughout the project.

Highlight vital skills such as leadership, communication, problem-solving, and adaptability. Provide examples from your experience that illustrate how these skills have helped you navigate challenges and lead projects to successful outcomes.

Select a project that showcases your skills and impacts, explaining how you planned, executed, and delivered it. Include metrics or feedback that illustrate its success and your learnings from the experience that you continue to apply in your project management journey.

When discussing fostering teamwork, provide specific actions you've taken to create a collaborative environment. This may include regular team check-ins, workshops for brainstorming, and using collaborative tools that encourage communication and engagement among team members.