Project Manager

Note: Candidate MUST be a SC resident and W2 only.

Position Title: Project Manager

Must be able to report to Columbia, SC 29201\

Telework: Eligible for two days per week after 3 months and certain project milestones being met.

Examples of Work:

• Direct and manage complex, high-impact projects using hybrid Agile methodologies.
• Develop and deliver executive-level project updates and presentations.
• Facilitate collaboration between business leaders, product owners, and technical teams to align project goals with stakeholder expectations.
• Lead Agile events including sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups.
• Coach and mentor junior project managers and project staff.
• Support enterprise-wide planning and systems integration efforts.
• Ensure compliance with state procurement and fiscal policies, including contract negotiation and vendor management.
• Interpret and apply laws, regulations, and agency policies to ensure accountability and compliance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Advanced Agile project planning and execution skills.
• Strong leadership and team coordination abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple high-impact projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in M365 and Agile project tracking tools.

Special Requirements: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Minimum Requirements:

• At least a Bachelor s degree in business, public administration, information systems, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing large-scale projects of moderate complexity and risk.
• Demonstrated experience leading Agile teams and managing project lifecycles.
• Proficiency with Agile project management tools such as Microsoft Planner (Premium), JIRA, or similar. (Agile is a preference over Waterfall)
• Project Management (Agile) Certifications such as:
• Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
• SAFe Agilist (SA)
• Disciplined Agile Scrum Master (DASM)

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in project management, preferably in a government or enterprise environment.
• Experience leading application migration projects for government agencies.
• Experience leading complex projects in the field of information technology.
• Experience working with state agencies, especially those within South Carolina.
• Knowledge of state government procurement and fiscal policies.
• Experience with contract negotiation and vendor management.
• Strong understanding of enterprise systems and cross-agency collaboration.