Verification and Validation Project Manager - HYBRID - Inperson Interview a MUST

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

PMBOK
PMP
Verification And Validation
cybersecurity
IT modernization
infrastructure
PMI
risk management
CSM

Job Details

*NOTE: HYBRID - Inperson Interview a MUST

*NOTE: HYBRID - Inperson Interview a MUST

*NOTE: HYBRID - Inperson Interview a MUST

Title: Senior Technical Strategist

Location: Lansing, MI (HYBRID - 2 days onsite - Wednesday/Thursday)

Duration: 12+ months contract

Interview Process: Candidates submitted must be willing to come onsite (Lansing, MI) for interviews.


Roles/Responsibilities:

  • critical role in:
  • Providing Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) services.
  • Assessing project health, risk management, deliverable quality, and compliance with applicable standards.
  • Identifying risks and opportunities for escalation to the executive leadership.
  • Supporting proactive oversight and risk mitigation efforts at both the project and portfolio level
  • The role is designed to strengthen ability to deliver transformational projects successfully while maintaining public trust, fiscal responsibility, and operational excellence.

Develop and deliver:
o IV&V Service Plans for assigned projects.
o Monthly Project Health Assessment Reports.
o Independent Deliverable Review Assessments.
o Risk and Issue Logs with mitigation recommendations.
o Executive Briefings for Steering Committees and leadership as needed.
o Final IV&V Summary Reports at project closeout.
Collaborate with project managers, agency stakeholders, and executive sponsors while maintaining independence of judgment.

Mandatory Skills:
1. 5+ years of IT project management experience, preferably supporting large, complex technology initiatives.
2. 5+ years providing Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) or equivalent quality assurance services.
3. Bachelor& Degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field required.
4. Demonstrated experience supporting high-visibility, politically sensitive projects in a public sector or highly regulated environment.
5. Strong understanding of project management frameworks (e.g., PMI s PMBOK), risk management practices, and quality assurance principles.
6. Excellent analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills.
7. Ability to prepare professional-grade reports and executive briefings.
8. Proven ability to assess project health objectively and recommend actionable solutions

Desirable Skills:
1. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
2. Certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA).

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