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Job Title: Project Manager
Purpose:
The Project Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing large-scale or complex projects to ensure successful delivery of objectives on time and within budget. This role engages and motivates cross-functional teams, manages risks, and ensures comprehensive documentation and communication throughout the project lifecycle. The Project Manager provides end-to-end leadership for implementations, integrations, business readiness, and stakeholder communication.
Essential Functions:
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25% Project Planning & Execution:
Develops and initiates project plans, allocates resources, prepares and manages budgets, monitors timelines, and proactively mitigates risks. Sequences and drives complex initiatives from inception to completion. -
25% Project Oversight & Documentation:
Provides end-to-end support including reporting, tracking deliverables, and maintaining documentation. Acts as a liaison across departments to ensure alignment on goals, scope, and timelines. Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate communication. -
15% Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management:
Leads cross-functional, matrixed teams by providing direction, motivation, and fostering a collaborative environment. Builds strong relationships with stakeholders, vendors, and leadership. Ensures successful project execution through active engagement. -
15% Strategic Evaluation & Process Improvement:
Analyzes the impact of existing and proposed projects, programs, and policies using critical and creative thinking. Recommends and implements improvements. -
10% Strategic Advising:
Provides mid-level consulting and contributes to strategic planning. Clearly articulates how projects align with broader corporate goals. -
10% Executive Communication:
Translates complex project data into concise, high-level presentations to support executive decision-making. Collaborates with IT to convert business needs into actionable technology plans.
Qualifications:
Education:
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Bachelor s Degree in Project Management, Business, or a related field.
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In lieu of a degree, 4 additional years of relevant work experience is required.
Experience:
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Minimum of 5 years as a Project Manager or in a leadership role managing large budgets.
Preferred:
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Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
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Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
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Expertise in project planning and lifecycle management.
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Proven ability to initiate and phase out project resources efficiently.
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Strong understanding of functional integration and strategic alignment.
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Ability to synthesize complex data into executive-level insights.
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Skilled in stakeholder management and executive facilitation.
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Effective communicator with the ability to influence across all levels, including C-suite.
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Strategic mindset with the ability to identify high-impact opportunities.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Additional Information:
The selected candidate must immediately report any debarment, exclusion, or other disqualification from working on federal healthcare programs. The role requires adaptability to a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and deadlines. Excellent customer service and communication skills are essential, especially when working with demanding or high-priority stakeholders.
Additional Skills Matrix:
| Category | Skill | Required | Importance | Level | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miscellaneous | Program Management | No | High | Expert | 2 4 Years |
| Specialties | Project Management | No | High | Expert | 2 4 Years |
***Lumen and / or its clients will not provide equipment (Laptop, monitor, etc.) to the selected contractor. The contractor must have their own equipment. Access to a virtual desktop set up (software) will be provided by Lumen s client, allowing the user access to the required systems and technology. ***
Lumen Solutions Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.