**** W2 or 1099 or c2c *** In Person interview **Long term project; usually the project goes for multiple years with this customer. ***Onsite***
Job Summary
The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of a project from initiation to closure, ensuring it is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This role acts as a central coordinator, leading the project team, managing resources, and communicating with all stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning and Definition
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with the Special Projects Officer, Lead Solutions Architect and stakeholders.
- Develop a comprehensive project plan, including detailed schedules, timelines, and necessary resources.
- Integrates project plans and milestones within a defined scope into holistic master plan, identifying gaps and interdependencies.
- Tracks and supports management of cross-program or cross-project interdependencies to include IT solutions.
- Manages program/project status reporting process for all in-scope programs/projects and creates senior leadership updates including dashboard and benefit realization reporting.
- Identifies potential risks / issues / barriers to execution and collaborates to develop specific plans to mitigate risk /resolve issues / remove barriers.
Team Coordination
- Works with DHCF leadership to facilitate team meetings and ensure seamless communication and collaboration.
Budget and Resource Management
- Estimate project costs, develop a budget, and track expenditures to ensure the project remains within financial constraints.
- Manage the allocation of personnel and material resources efficiently.
Risk Management and Problem-Solving
- Proactively identify potential risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement contingency plans.
- Address issues and conflicts as they arise to keep the project on track.
Monitoring and Reporting Progress
- Continuously track project performance against key performance indicators (KPIs) and milestones.
- Provide regular updates on progress, adjustments, and potential issues to stakeholders and upper management.
Quality Control and Stakeholder Satisfaction
- Ensure all project deliverables meet established quality standards and client expectations.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, managing expectations and feedback.
Documentation and Closure
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation and reports throughout the project lifecycle.
- Upon completion, formally close the project, obtain client sign-off, and evaluate performance to identify lessons learned for future projects.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
Education
- A Bachelor''s degree in business, computer science, or a related field.
Experience
- 5 years of experience (Journeyman Mid-Level) in project management or a related leadership role.
- Experience seeing projects through the full-scale software development life cycle.
Certifications
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) a plus.
Skills
- Proficiency in project management software tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Asana, Jira).
- Knowledge of various project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Scrum).
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
- Effective problem-solving and critical thinking capabilities.
- Adaptability to changing circumstances and demands.
Skills/Requirements:
- Experience in project management or a related leadership role. Required 11 Years
- Proficiency in project management software tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Asana, Jira). Required 11 Years
- Knowledge of various project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Scrum). Required 11 Years
- Experience managing multiple tasks and prioritizing effort Required 11 Years
- Experience managing budgets Required 11 Years
- Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience Required
- Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
- Must qualify for a Senior Level STaR2 labor category Required
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