Project Manager

Overview

On Site

Depends on Experience

Contract - Independent

Contract - W2

Contract - 7 Month(s)

Skills

roject Manager

PMP

Government IT Projects

Budget and Cost Management

Job Details

Position: Project Manager
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Duration: 7 Months+ [11/1/2025 6/30/2026] with possibility of renewal

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support an IT and business initiatives program for a state government agency in Tallahassee, FL. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project planning, reporting, scheduling, and budget management, with proven success in working with cross-functional teams, vendors, and executive stakeholders.

Primary Responsibilities

Manage and proactively update project status tracking.
Prepare and deliver required project status reports for both the Department and Florida Digital Service (FLDS).
Ensure compliance with reporting and documentation requirements outlined in DMS-FLDS, Chapter 60GG-1 F.A.C.
Monitor and update project schedules, produce variance reports, and identify risks or slippages.
Perform schedule analysis, validate logic, run what-if scenarios, and review critical paths.
Collaborate with project teams and vendors to gather updates, resolve conflicts, and track deliverables.
Develop, validate, and maintain cost estimates, baseline budgets, and monthly variance reports.
Update forecasts, perform cost variance analysis, and support legislative budget requests.
Support Department leadership with presentations, documentation, and other project management tasks as assigned.

Required Education & Certifications

Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, Communications, or related field.
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) credential from PMI (required).

Experience Requirements

6+ years of professional experience in IT, Business Administration, or Communications.
Proven expertise in project scheduling, reporting, and cost/budget management.
Experience preparing and compiling legislative budget requests (highly desired).
Familiarity with FDOT Program Management and Construction scheduling processes (highly desired).
Strong public speaking, training, and communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholder groups (highly desired).

Key Skills & Tools

Project planning and scheduling tools (MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent).
Budget management and financial analysis.
Legislative reporting and compliance.
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

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