Overview
Hybrid
$40 - $50
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
Skills
Agile
project manager
Job Details
Seasoned senior project manager with deep experience managing highly visible, large-scale complex initiatives. This position will likely be extended beyond the initial 6-month period of service.
Local candidates only. The candidate will work remotely but needs to be available to be onsite at the client location when requested.The ideal candidate will be a master of navigating multiple critical paths, coordinating across diverse stakeholder groups, and keeping high-visibility projects aligned with strategic goals. While IT project management experience is not required,, candidates must have a background in IT.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead complex, high-impact projects involving multiple workstreams and stakeholder organizations.
Develop, manage, and execute comprehensive project schedules with multiple critical paths.
Build and sustain trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ensure timely delivery of project milestones and manage project risks effectively.
Facilitate regular communication and collaboration among team members, stakeholders, and external partners.
Facilitate meetings and status updates for executive and program leadership.
Prepare and present project progress reports to senior management.
Anticipate risks, develop mitigation strategies, and drive solutions to maintain momentum.
Ensure alignment with project goals, scope, and state government requirements.
Track, report, and communicate progress in a clear, consistent manner.
Implement project management best practices and methodologies to optimize project outcomes.
Skills Table:
Skill Required / Desired Amount of Experience
Experience managing large, highly visible enterprise-type projects that involve multiple internal stakeholders or contracted resources.
Required 6 Years
Experience overseeing multiple projects to ensure proper management towards successful conclusion.
Required 6 Years
Experience developing, monitoring, and maintaining project plans.
Required 6 Years
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Required 6 Years
Experience coordinating and monitoring activities of all stakeholders to ensure timelines and budgets are met
Required 6 Years
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with a high level of proficiency in stakeholder management.
Required 6 Years
Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate teams to achieve project goals.
Required 6 Years
Ability to communicate project status to management and project stakeholders.
Required 6 Years
Experience compiling and presenting data that provides a detailed interpretation of what the data means.
Required 6 Years
Familiarity with IT-related development methodologies (DevOps)
Required
Flexibility to work on-site as required.
Required
While IT project management experience is not required,, candidates must have a background in IT.
Required
PMP or similar project management certification.
Highly desired
Experience with change management, Lean, or Agile methodologies in complex environments.
Highly desired
Familiarity with project management tools and software.
Highly desired
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