Course: IT Project Manager (Software Development)
Golden Harvest InfoTech is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager (Software Development) to lead and coordinate software projects from planning through delivery at their Mohakhali office in Dhaka. The role, published on 17 April 2025 with an application deadline of 16 May 2025, requires at least a Bachelor of Science degree and a minimum of five years’ experience in a software company environment. The ideal candidate will be at least 28 years old and comfortable managing project planning, budgeting, scheduling, implementation, and ongoing project control. Proficiency with Agile/SCRUM methodologies and tools such as JIRA and Notion is essential, as is a strong working knowledge of programming, databases, SQA, and the full SDLC. The Project Manager must optimize project delivery, reporting, and risk management while maintaining clear documentation and stakeholder communication. Business-level English fluency is required to correspond independently with clients, partners, and internal teams, and PMP certification or familiarity with CMMI processes is preferred. Responsibilities include defining project objectives and scope, preparing stage and exception plans, managing milestones, and ensuring resource optimization across interdependent projects. The position emphasizes analytical reporting, robust use of PM tools and techniques, and the ability to drive projects with multiple stakeholders. Compensation includes two weekly holidays, yearly salary reviews, and two festival bonuses, with the expectation of working on-site full time. Golden Harvest InfoTech, founded in 2000 and headquartered in Dhaka, offers a stable environment where customized IT solutions and product development are central to business operations. Candidates should demonstrate excellent time management, multitasking abilities, ethical practice, and a proactive approach to securing necessary support for project success. Overall, this role is positioned as a bridge between management, clients, and execution teams, demanding both technical acumen and strong interpersonal skills.Lesson
Topic: IT Project Manager (Software Development) — Golden Harvest InfoTech
Learning Outcomes
- Identify core responsibilities of an IT Project Manager in a software company.
- Explain the SDLC phases and how project controls integrate with each phase.
- Demonstrate familiarity with Agile/SCRUM tools like JIRA and Notion for planning and reporting.
- Apply risk management, scheduling, and resource optimization techniques.
- Prepare professional documentation and stakeholder communication for project delivery.
Conceptual Explanation
An IT Project Manager in software development leads the project life cycle from initiation to closure. This role requires establishing objectives, defining scope, allocating resources, and maintaining milestone tracking. Practical project governance combines SDLC best practices with Agile methodologies and tool-based tracking (JIRA, Notion) to ensure iterative delivery and transparent reporting. Risk optimization involves identifying internal and external risks, creating mitigation plans, and monitoring impact on scope, schedule, capacity, and budget. Technical literacy — including programming, database understanding, and SQA awareness — enables the manager to communicate effectively with development teams and to validate progress. Communication skills and professional English are crucial for stakeholder correspondence, while formal frameworks such as PMP or CMMI provide standardized process guidance. Project documentation should include stage plans, exception plans, risk registers, and performance metrics aligned with recognized PM standards.
Bilingual (EN → বাংলা)
English: The IT Project Manager defines project objectives, manages risks, coordinates stakeholders, and ensures the project follows SDLC and Agile best practices.
বাংলা: আইটি প্রজেক্ট ম্যানেজার প্রজেক্টের উদ্দেশ্য নির্ধারণ করেন, ঝুঁকি পরিচালনা করেন, স্টেকহোল্ডারদের সমন্বয় করেন, এবং নিশ্চিত করেন যে প্রজেক্টটি এসডিএলসি ও অ্যাজাইল সেরা অনুশীলন অনুসরণ করছে।
Important Notes
- Application Deadline: 16 May 2025 — Vacancy: 01 — Location: Mohakhali, Dhaka.
- Minimum requirements: BSc, 5+ years’ experience, age at least 28.
- Preferred: PMP certification and knowledge of CMMI methods.
- Workplace: On-site full-time; Benefits: 2 weekly holidays, yearly salary review, 2 festival bonuses.
Job Summary / Table
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Vacancy | 01 |
| Age | At least 28 years |
| Location | Dhaka (Mohakhali) |
| Experience | At least 5 years (Software Company) |
| Education | BSc (Bachelor of Science) |
| Published | 17 Apr 2025 |
| Deadline | 16 May 2025 |
Exercises → True / False / Fill in the Blanks / MCQ / Matching / Descriptive / Creative
True / False
- JIRA and Notion are mentioned as required project management tools.
Answer
True. JIRA and Notion are explicitly listed among required tools.
- The role allows fully remote work.
Answer
False. Workplace is specified as "Work at office" (on-site).
- PMP certification is mandatory.
Answer
False. PMP is preferred, not mandatory.
- Applicants must be at least 28 years old.
Answer
True. Age requirement is at least 28 years.
Fill in the Blanks
- The job location for this vacancy is _______.
Answer
Dhaka (Mohakhali).
- Minimum required experience is _______.
Answer
At least 5 years.
- Two common Agile roles/tools mentioned are _______ and _______.
Answer
Agile/SCRUM and JIRA (Notion is also listed).
Multiple Choice (MCQ)
- Which certification is preferred for this position?
- A. ITIL
- B. PMP
- C. CISSP
- D. AWS Certified
Answer
B. PMP is preferred.
- Which of the following is NOT explicitly listed under Skills & Expertise?
- A. Agile Scrum
- B. Coding
- C. Data Science (ML)
- D. SQA
Answer
C. Data Science (ML) is not listed; the listed skills are Agile Scrum, Coding, Documentation, Programming, SDLC, SQA.
Matching
Match the left column (Responsibility) with the right column (Example / Tool).
| Responsibility | Example / Tool |
|---|---|
| A. Risk management | 1. JIRA risk register |
| B. Iterative delivery tracking | 2. Agile/SCRUM boards |
| C. Documentation & reporting | 3. Notion / Confluence |
| D. Test assurance | 4. SQA plans |
Answer
A → 1, B → 2, C → 3, D → 4. Risk management can be supported by risk registers in tools like JIRA; iterative tracking uses Agile/SCRUM boards; documentation often uses Notion or Confluence; SQA uses formal test plans.
Descriptive
Write a short project kickoff checklist (5 items) suitable for the Golden Harvest InfoTech IT Project Manager role.
Answer
- Confirm project objectives, scope, deliverables, and success criteria with stakeholders.
- Establish project governance: roles, responsibilities, communication plan, and escalation path.
- Create initial schedule, milestone plan, resource assignments, and budget estimates in JIRA/Notion.
- Identify initial risks and dependencies; prepare a risk register with mitigation owners.
- Set up documentation repository (Notion/Confluence), reporting cadence, and QA/test planning.
Creative
Propose a 3-step improvement idea to increase cross-team collaboration between developers and QA for faster delivery.
Answer
- Introduce short daily syncs (15 minutes) between dev and QA with a shared JIRA board and clear acceptance criteria for each user story.
- Implement pair testing sessions and rotating "QA buddy" assignments during key features to surface issues early.
- Create a lightweight shared definition-of-done document in Notion that includes coding, documentation, and test sign-off requirements visible to both teams.
Activities, Vocabulary, Homework, Practice Task
Activities
- Role-play: Conduct a stakeholder kickoff meeting (30 minutes) with one student as client and another as PM.
- Tool lab: Create a JIRA board with an epic, three user stories, and a sprint plan.
Vocabulary
- SDLC — Software Development Life Cycle
- SQA — Software Quality Assurance
- PMP — Project Management Professional
- CMMI — Capability Maturity Model Integration
- Scope Creep — Uncontrolled changes to project scope
Homework
- Draft a one-page project initiation document (PID) for a hypothetical e-commerce feature specifying scope, milestones, risks, and roles.
- Translate the PID summary into Bengali (150–200 words).
Practice Task
Create a 4-week sprint plan (week-by-week) for implementing a login and authentication module, including testing and deployment activities. Present it in class and justify resource allocation.
Company Context: Golden Harvest InfoTech — Founded 2000, Dhaka. Office: Mohakhali Branch — 70-71 Shahid Tajuddin Ahmed Sarani; Mirpur-12 Branch available. The role is a bridge between management, clients, and execution teams.