Project Manager

IDEALFORCE has a CONTRACT position available immediately for a Project Manager to join our customer in Phoenix AZ. This is an Hybrid position. Please find below additional details about this job. Kindly respond with your most up to date resume if you would like to pursue this opportunity. Only Local Candidates are considered for this role.

Overview:
We are seeking a seasoned Project Manager with a strong background in Agile/Scrum methodologies and leading project teams on software implementations. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated expertise in Azure DevOps or equivalent tools and vendor coordination. You will lead critical technology initiatives supporting a large multi-year and multi-phase implementation of a COTS product that is responsible for supporting all aspects of the $26B in tax revenue collected annually by the department.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead cross-functional teams through the full project lifecycle, ensuring delivery of
projects on time, within scope and budget.
Facilitate all Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, and
retrospectives.
Collaborate with other workstreams on the program for identified dependencies
Align with the Vendor on the work that will be completed each sprint and program
increment.
Maintain and track progress in Azure DevOps Boards (or similar tools such as Jira,
GitLab, etc.) to manage user stories, bugs, epics, and releases.
Coordinate and manage relationships with third-party vendors, ensuring contractual
obligations and SLAs are met.
Develop, maintain and execute risk management plans.
Ensure policies and security practices are integrated into project planning and execution.
Support organizational change management (OCM) efforts by communicating effectively
with stakeholders, managing resistance, and preparing users for technology changes.
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation including charters,
schedules, RACI matrices, and post-mortem reviews.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of 8 years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in
Agile/Scrum environments.
Experience managing integration or data focused projects.
Proficiency with Azure DevOps, Jira, or equivalent project tracking tools.
Experience managing external vendors, including performance tracking and issue
resolution.
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and drive alignment across technical and non-technical
stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related
field.
Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM, or equivalent) required.
SAFe certification or PMP.
Experience working in government, public sector, or regulated environments.
Experience working on multi-phased COTS implementations
Work Environment & Tools:
Azure DevOps, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office.
Hybrid work model, predominantly remote.

THIRD PARTY CANDIDATES:
Email your candidate/s resume to  jb dot resumes at idealforce.com  along with the following details: Rate, Current location and Availability.
Disclaimer :
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.