Enterprise IT Project Manager

Our government client is looking for experienced Enterprise IT Project Manager on a hybrid 12+ months renewable contract opportunity in Columbia, SC.

Role: Enterprise IT Project Manager

Job Overview:
Under limited supervision, the Enterprise IT Project Manager manages and coordinates all tasks associated with several, multi-agency, enterprise projects of significant complexity and risk.

Examples of Work:
• Define project objectives and scope by reviewing project proposals to determine time frame, available funding, procedures, and various phases of the project life cycle for several major, multi-agency, enterprise projects.
• Prepare necessary documentation to support project initiatives; review and manage proposal selection and bid recommendations.
• Coordinate and manage projects using project management methodologies from inception through completion.
• Determine and evaluate risks that may affect the project and implement a risk mitigation strategy.
• Oversee the development and execution of communication plans, which may include communicating with organizational leaders, elected officials, and the public about the project’s impact or status.
• Prepare status reports and provide updates to project stakeholders, sponsors, champions, etc.
• Manage the procurement process required by the project and participate in contract negotiations resulting from Request for Proposal selection.
• Review requests and recommend changes from original specifications with project sponsors, project teams, or stakeholders.
• Review progress and status of all projects within a program and identify specific activities to be performed to ensure project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks are completed according to project deadlines.
• Create quality management plans; develop and maintain project documentation; oversee project design to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, or agency’s criteria, codes, and regulations.
• Assist in the development and delivery of project management training and workshops.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of agency’s mission, programs, and objectives.
• Knowledge of project management principles and methodologies.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to manage work, delegate, and provide guidance to employees.
• Ability to make presentations and prepare reports.
• Knowledge of state government procurement regulations and processes.
• Knowledge of state government fiscal policies, procedures, and processes.
• Ability to assign appropriate priorities to work activities based on organizational goals and situational pressures.
• Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion to meet schedules and deadlines.
• Ability to conceptualize needed change and to initiate appropriate activities to move from concepts to implementation.
• Ability to interpret and apply rules and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
Special Requirements: Certified Associate in Project Management or Project Management Professional (PMP).

Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor's degree in communications, business administration, information technology, mathematics, statistics, management information science or a related field and experience in telecommunications, data processing and/or information technology. Experience managing large projects of moderate complexity and risk.

Required Qualifications:
• Three plus (3+) years of experience in project management with proficiency in technology.
• Proficient in planning, organizing, and managing strategic and tactical assignments and project management activities associated with state-wide enterprise and agency level information technology initiatives.
• Expertise in managing the planning, execution, and successful delivery of numerous concurrent projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and fostering transformative outcomes.
• Experience in delivering insightful and timely project performance reporting, enabling data-driven decision-making and proactive strategy adjustments to drive success.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to combine deep business knowledge with management skills to inspire teams, cultivate a collaborative culture, and achieve strategic goals.
• Experience with financial applications, enterprise reporting, and managing transformation projects.
• Experience with financial process re-design to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.

About Vector:
Vector Consulting, Inc., (Headquartered in Atlanta) is an IT Talent Acquisition Solutions firm committed to delivering results. Since our founding in 1990, we have been partnering with our customers, understanding their business, and developing solutions with a commitment to quality, reliability and value. Our continuing growth has been and continues to be built around successful relationships that are based on our organization's operating philosophy and commitment to ** People, Partnerships, Purpose and Performance - THE VECTOR WAY
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