Project Manager (W2 Only) - Columbia, SC 29201 - Only Local

Title: Project Manager (W2 Only)

Location: 2600 Bull Street, Columbia, SC 29201 Hybrid

Duration: 12+ Months of Contract role

Hrs./Wk.: 40

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

Note: Candidate MUST be a SC resident. No relocation allowed. Fully Onsite until the candidate is eligible for telecommuting two days per week after 3 months and certain project milestones being met.

Top Skills:

• 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 Skills:

• 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.