Project Manager

Job#: 3033737

Job Description:

Job Summary:

This position provides oversight, leadership, accountability and project management functions for large strategic projects and programs with high visibility at the Agency Executive level. These projects and programs require a fully dedicated project manager due to the level of complexity, degree of intricate detail and accountability to executive leadership. Strategic projects typically have a large diverse set of stakeholders, utilize vendor participation, require coordination of multiple complex schedules and significant integration with other systems. Strategic projects typically have durations of 2 years or longer with 50 or more team members, require communication at the Agency Executive level and have a significant risk.

Job Responsibilities:

Manage direct engagement with stakeholders and vendors, dedicating approximately 15-20% of time to executive-level communication, including high-level project oversight, stakeholder alignment, and leading monthly sponsor meetings to provide project health updates

Establish and monitor project controlling methods to ensure timely knowledge and awareness of changes to project cost, quality or schedule.

Provide planning, staffing, and reporting to ensure the successful completion of assigned projects according to the sponsor's goals and objectives. Planning, staffing and reporting should adhere to the SUITE Project Management Methodology and the Agency's project prioritization process. Planning, staffing and reporting spans the entire lifecycle of the project from initiation to closeout.

Directs and coordinates the day-to-day activities, tasks and deliverables required from the project team according to the project plan.

Perform miscellaneous functions as needed to contribute to the overall operation and objectives

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of experience working effectively in team environments within matrix organizations

5+ years of experience resolving complex, high-priority conflicts and competing requirements

5+ years of experience with data infrastructure concepts and data governance fundamentals

5+ years of experience applying Project Management principles, methodologies, and best practices

5+ years of experience with system development methodologies for building new systems and enhancing existing information systems

5+ years of experience working with data communications and information systems hardware and software concepts and operating principles

5+ years of experience communicating stakeholder needs clearly and effectively

5+ years of experience analyzing data, identifying problems, and developing actionable solutions

5+ years of experience conducting training sessions and facilitating informational workshops

5+ years of experience communicating across teams, building consensus, facilitating working sessions, and negotiating outcomes

5+ years of experience managing stakeholder relationships, maintaining positive interactions, and resolving issues

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience working in a government or public sector environment is preferred

Experience in multiple relevant roles (e.g., Project Manager, Program Manager, Project Coordinator, or similar leadership/support roles) is preferred

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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.