Project Manager

Project Manager

Location: Columbia, SC (Hybrid)
Type: 6-month W2 contract with potential extension or full-time hire
Pay: $55-$60/hr + optional benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))

Overview

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, leading, and delivering projects from start to finish. This role ensures projects stay on schedule, within budget, meet quality standards, and achieve business goals. The PM coordinates teams, manages risks and issues, tracks progress, and communicates with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, risks, and documentation.
• Monitor project scope, resources, and costs to keep projects on track.
• Lead project meetings and provide regular status updates to stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve project issues, risks, and roadblocks.
• Manage project changes and communicate impacts to leadership.
• Ensure all required documentation is completed for audit and compliance purposes.
• Mentor team members and support project management best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Strong project management experience leading projects from initiation through completion.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience managing multiple projects and teams simultaneously.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills and experience with project management tools.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines, resources, and project risks.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP Certification.
• Experience supporting or leading IT audits.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, application development, and operational controls.
• Experience managing audit remediation efforts.
• Experience working with executives and auditors.
• Insurance industry experience.

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced Project Manager with strong communication and leadership skills.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects, budgets, timelines, and stakeholders.
• Background in IT, compliance, audit, cybersecurity, or insurance environments is a plus.