Project Manager

Description

We are looking for a skilled Project Manager to join our team in Tallahassee, Florida. In this long-term contract role, you will oversee IT projects involving software development, hardware updates, data migrations, and strategic initiatives. This position requires a proactive leader who excels in managing teams, driving project success, and delivering results within Agile frameworks.

Responsibilities:
Lead and manage IT projects encompassing software development, hardware upgrades, data migrations, and governance initiatives.
Utilize tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or Trello to plan and track project progress effectively.
Apply Agile methodologies, including Scrum and Feature Driven Design, to deliver iterative solutions.
Gather, analyze, and document detailed business requirements to align project outcomes with organizational goals.
Facilitate workshops and meetings with stakeholders to validate requirements and ensure alignment.
Develop and manage user stories and acceptance criteria, ensuring traceability using platforms like Azure DevOps or GitHub.
Create and coordinate user acceptance test cases to support testing efforts.
Identify potential risks and issues, maintaining a risk register and implementing mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with technical teams to translate business requirements into actionable solutions.
Monitor project budgets using Earned Value Management, Cost Performance Index, and Schedule Performance Index metrics.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience managing IT projects, including software development and hardware replacements.
Strong proficiency in Agile methodologies such as Scrum and Feature Driven Design.
Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps or GitHub for backlog management and tracking.
Ability to elicit requirements and document user stories with defined acceptance criteria.
Skilled in using project management tools like Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or similar software.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a proven ability to engage stakeholders.
Experience with business intelligence tools like Power BI or Tableau to provide insights and support decision-making.
PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials preferred.

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