DescriptionPROJECT MANAGER -SENIOR
Our client is seeking to hire a SENIOR IT Contracts/Project Manager to join their collaborative team. The SENIOR IT Contracts/Project Manager (Sr. PM) will be responsible for managing projects across various workstreams from operations to technical solutions, writing Request for Proposal and Request for Quotes, developing, negotiating, and managing contracts, managing vendors and developing financial requests to fund projects. The Sr. PM will work closely with internal business and technical executives, program directors and IT leads, external technical teams, and vendor consultants to ensure that all project financial requests are approved, contracts are reviewed and completed; as well as business cases are documented to initiate projects; and schedules are documented and on track. In addition, this person will serve as the primary contact for critical IT initiatives and project management projects from start to finish; including conflict resolution, risk mitigations, ensure alignment with standards. The work schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM with flexibility available and based on operational needs. This position is expected to follow a hybrid model of reporting to work that combines in office workdays and work from home days as needed.
DETAILED LIST OF JOB DUTIES AND REPONSIBIITIES:
- Work with business and IT management at all levels of the organization to understand and document the business case for technical initiatives, document the business case for technical initiatives.
- Create and manage through completion Business Case, Project Proposals, Federal and State Funding Requests, Requests for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) documentation.
- Contribute to efforts to create and maintain APD (Advance Planning Document) iterations.
- Lead procurement teams in reviewing vendor responses through to the selection and contract negotiation phases.
- Lead cross collaboration efforts in design, development, test, and implementation of IT solutions.
- Ensure all project initiatives have a project plan and traceability, risk/issues list, and project MS SharePoint documentation site.
- Effectively communicate with business teams, technical teams, and leadership across multiple disciplines to convey technical concepts in simple business terms.
- Adhere to all project initiatives have a project mmmethodology, policies, and procedures, as well as quality assurance standards. Also, where applicable, comply with the external agencies' standards when integrating or leveraging external staff or solutions.
- Ensure coordination of resource support across Business Analysis, SQA (Systems Quality Assurance), and Development teams; as well as peer managers to align with capacity planning practices.
- Institute appropriate controls to manage project scope and track changes through Change Advisory Board (CAB).
- Prepare and distribute weekly project status reports on progress against planned, risks, and mitigation strategies.
- Prepare systems or program documentation including but not limited to, data flow diagrams, flow charts, file layout, input/output documentation, and project narratives.
- Effectively communicate with business teams, technical teams, and leadership across multiple disciplines to convey technical concepts in simple business terms
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Five (5) years' experience in IT project management with the capability of managing complex, cross-functional IT projects.
- Five (5) years of related experience using both hybrid and agile methodologies, in a large IT enterprise environment and managing vendor partners.
- Five (5) years of related experience documenting business cases, contract management, RFP and RFQ; as well as project funding requests.
- Five (5) years of proven experience with Agile and Waterfall Methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to understand and negotiate the needs and expectations of multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent communication & negotiation skills and experience in supporting technical and nontechnical staff.
- Ability to multi-task and flexibly adjust to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated experience with Conflict resolution, consensus building and mediation skills.
- Demonstrated experience managing resources under a matrix reporting structure.
- Ability to understand and effectively communicate technical requirements, breaking down complex problems into manageable components for evaluation.
- Prior experience in government or public-sector environments is an advantage.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, or similar).
- Experience in working with Federal reporting projects will be a plus
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:
- Five (5) years of related experience documenting business cases, contract management, RFP and RFQ; as well as project funding requests.
- Five (5) years of proven experience with Agile and Waterfall Methodologies
- Demonstrated ability to understand and negotiate the needs and expectations of multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent communication & negotiation skills and experience in supporting technical and nontechnical staff.
- Demonstrated experience with Conflict
- Demonstrated experience managing resources under a matrix reporting structure.
- Ability to understand and effectively communicate technical requirements, breaking down complex problems into manageable components for evaluation.
- Prior experience in government or public-sector environments is an advantage.
- Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, or similar).
- Experience in working with Federal reporting projects will be a plus.
- Prepare systems or program documentation including but not limited to, data flow diagrams, flow charts, file layout, input/output documentation, and project narratives.
- Effectively communicate with business teams, technical teams, and leadership across multiple disciplines to convey technical concepts in simple business terms.
- Adhere to standard project management methodology, policies, and procedures, as well as quality assurance standards. Also, where applicable, comply with the external agencies' standards when integrating or leveraging external staff or solutions.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Quincy, MA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $75.00 - $75.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Quincy,MA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Feb 19, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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