Project Manager California State Projects | Data Analytics & BI - Shivark Inc.

Overview

Hybrid

Depends on Experience

Contract - W2

Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

State Government projects

Data warehousing

Business intelligence (BI)

Data analytics

Job Details

Job Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager with a proven track record of managing California State Government projects, specifically in the areas of data warehousing, business intelligence (BI), and data analytics. This is a hybrid opportunity based in Sacramento, CA, ideal for a PM who understands the unique demands of state agency work and can deliver high-impact data-driven solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage data warehouse and BI/analytics projects for California state agencies.
Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders, technical teams, and state agency leadership.
Create and manage project plans, timelines, deliverables, and budgets.
Oversee requirements gathering, solution design, data validation, and reporting deliverables.
Ensure compliance with California state project management standards and documentation protocols.
Mitigate risks and manage changes effectively while ensuring project success.
Drive communication across teams and ensure alignment with agency goals and data strategy.

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of experience as a Project Manager on California state government projects (mandatory).
Demonstrated experience in data warehousing, data analytics, and BI tool implementation.
Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Trello).
Deep understanding of state IT project lifecycles, compliance requirements, and stakeholder dynamics.
Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams in hybrid or distributed environments.

Preferred Skills:

Familiarity with BI tools like Power BI, Tableau, or SSRS.
Experience with ETL tools, data modeling, or cloud-based analytics platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS).
PMP or PMI-ACP certification is a plus.
Prior experience with agencies such as CalSTRS, DMV, CDPH, CalPERS, etc.

Work Arrangement:

Hybrid role: Candidate must be located in or willing to relocate to Sacramento, CA.
Expected onsite presence 2 days/week as per project needs.

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