Technology Project Manager

Location: Woodbridge, VA (Hybrid)
Contract: W2 only, 12 month contract with potential for extension or conversion to full time with either the client or CEI
Pay: $65-$75/hour + optional medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match

Overview

Our utility client is seeking a techno-functional Technology Project Manager with experience implementing Oracle solutions to lead complex, multi-disciplinary Information Technology (IT) and Information Management (IM) projects, including Oracle Enterprise Data Warehouse Implementation. This position is responsible for facilitating requirements gathering with internal stakeholders and managing projects through the entire lifecycle, including scope, schedule, budget, risks, and communications. The role requires collaboration with project teams, senior leadership, and external vendors, with a focus on delivering project value and supporting an inclusive work culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Vendor management.
• Cultivate collaborative relationships among project stakeholders.
• Develop project plans and schedules with well-defined milestones and present project plans to senior leadership for comment and approval.
• Manage communication of project status within the project team and external to the project team (vendors & stakeholders); escalate issues as necessary.
• Assess project quality and value through monitoring of incoming deliverables in comparison to Prince William Water''s business requirements.
• Develops tools and processes to improve project value.
• Identify and manage changes to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Manage project progress and report performance to senior leaders.
• Identify and manage project risks, define opportunities for improvement, and work with the project team and senior leaders to establish remediations.
• Manage project governance & control processes to enable effective escalation and decision-making processes.
• Work with senior leaders to support annual planning activities such as project identification, prioritization, and planning.
• May be deemed essential at any time.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of principles, concepts, and practices of project management and use of information technology, rules, and regulations related to assignment; modern office procedures and practices; computer equipment and software applications related to assignment; business mathematics; and English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Proven experience leading Project Management Information System acquisition planning and deployment.
• Strong project and program management skills demonstrated through relevant professional experience.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills with a focus on collaboration, team building, and customer service.
• Effectiveness of working diplomatically across teams with varying objectives.
• Demonstrated use of Microsoft Office software tools including project management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Required Education

• Bachelor''s degree in computer science or related field.
• At least three years of experience as a project manager within the field of Information Technology and/or Information Management, or a combination of education and experience as described above.

Preferred Skills

• Prior municipality experience.
• Current PMP certification.
• Experience implementing Oracle solutions, including Oracle Enterprise Data Warehouse.

Why Should I Apply?

This role offers the opportunity to lead critical IT projects within a municipal water authority, utilizing your Oracle and project management expertise to deliver impactful solutions. Join a team committed to fostering an inclusive work culture and advancing innovative technology initiatives.

About CEI:
As a trusted technology partner, CEI delivers solutions that help our customers transform their business and achieve meaningful results. From strategy and custom application development through application management - our technology and digital experience services are tailored to meet each unique need of our customers. Our staffing solutions bring specialized skills to complement our customers'' workforce and project requirements.

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