W2 - (2) - Certified Project Manager III (Communication Skill, Critical Thinking) - Remote in WI

  • Madison, WI
  • Posted 5 hours ago | Updated 1 hour ago

Overview

Remote
On Site
Compensation information provided in the description
Contract - W2
Contract - 22 day((s))

Skills

Critical Thinking
Certified Project Manager III (Communication Skill

Job Details

Description:
WISCONSIN ONLY POSTING:
POSTING IS FOR WISCONSIN BASED CANDIDATES ONLY (OR THOSE WILLING TO RELOCATE TO WISCONSIN WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE START DATE). Candidates that are NOT located IN WISCONSIN or NOT willing TO RELOCATE within that timeframe will NOT be considered and should not be submitted. ALL WORK MUST BE DONE IN WISCONSIN

Certified PMP certificate or recognized project manager curriculum is REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION.

The client is looking for TWO (2) Certified Project Manager III's

Will close to submissions on 1/2/2026 at 4:00PM CST.

Top Skills:
  1. Project Management (10+ years)
  2. Written and Verbal Communication
  3. Critical Thinking
  4. Certified PMP certificate or recognized project manager curriculum is REQUIRED. Candidate will be required to provide certificate at time of submission to posting.
INTERVIEW NOTES: PLEASE NOTE: A real-time screenshot photo of the candidate MUST be uploaded to candidate's bid upon confirming the interview. Please see "DCF Realtime Photo Requirement & Instructions" document in the Attachments section of this posting for details.
Interviews will be set up shortly after the posting close date.
MUST provide three (3) business references for the interview. (One reference must be a supervisory level.)
IMPORTANT NOTES:
Candidate MUST be physically located in the United States. International candidates/phone numbers will not be accepted.
Candidate must follow ALL DCF work rules
Candidate must be available to perform all work during the Central Standard Time (CST) business hours 9:00 am 3 pm (or CST hours as defined by the hiring manager)
Candidate will be required to provide their own equipment for this position (See job description for required specifications.)
Interview process: via Zoom/Teams
Duration: 6/30/2026, with the potential to extend for an additional term(s)

Candidate MUST be a WI resident or willing to relocate to WI prior to starting the role at their own expense. Local candidates preferred.
This position is currently remote. However, position status is subject to change. (90% remote 10% onsite as needed) Onsite work is not likely, but candidate should be prepared to come onsite if required.

Project details: Will provide project management support for the Preschool Development Grant: overseeing and tracking status of budget, grant deliverables, and working with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Project Management - 10yrs exp
  • Development of Project Artifacts (plan, charter, status reports, etc.) - 10yrs exp
  • Prepare Written Reports - 7yrs exp
  • Strong Communication Skills - 7yrs exp
  • Prepare Executive Briefings - 5yrs exp
  • MS Project or equivalent - 5yrs exp
Detailed Job Description:

These positions require an individual with excellent organizational and communication skills, as
well as, have an ability to work with minimal direction and oversight. Individuals in this role
must carry project management certification and have a strong background in project
management, including experience in running business area projects. The ability to think
critically and problem solve are essential.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Project management functions across all assigned projects, including oversight of workplans, timelines, and evaluation efforts.
  • External & internal stakeholder engagement - communicate project status to
  • Department Management Teams, workgroups, providers, and advocacy organizations.
  • Develop automated tools to streamline internal processes and make project development and execution efforts more efficient.
Please note the qualifications for this position per the contract:

Responsible for overall coordination, status reporting, and stability of project-oriented work
efforts. Establishes and implements project management processes and methodologies for the
IT community to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, adhere to high quality
standards, and meet customer expectations. Responsible for assembling project plans and
teamwork assignments, directing and monitoring work efforts on a daily basis, identifying
resource needs, performing quality review; and escalating functional, quality, and timeline issues
appropriately. Responsible for tracking key project milestones and adjusting project plans
and/or resources to meet the needs of customers. Coordinates communication with all areas of
the enterprise that impacts the scope, budget, risk, and resources of the work effort being
managed.
Assists program manager(s) in partnering with senior management of the business
community to identify and prioritize opportunities for utilizing IT to achieve the goals of the
enterprise. Must possess extensive knowledge and expertise in the use of project management
methodologies and tools, resource management practices, and change management
techniques. This is a management role with human resource management responsibilities (e.g.,
hiring, performance management). Manages one or more cross-functional projects of medium
to high complexity.
A more senior role, with responsibility for multiple large, complex projects
with greater impact to the enterprise. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information
Systems, Business Administration, or other related field, or equivalent work experience. Project
management certification or successful completion of a recognized project management
curriculum is required. Typically has 10 to 15 years of IT work experience, including 4 or more
years managing projects. Experience with projects in multiple technologies and functions.
Pay rate: $52/hr on W2.
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