IO Datasphere, Inc. has been providing project management, software development and IT staff augmentation services to our clients in the Midwest and throughout the U.S. since 1996. We are an approved vendor on contract to provide software development and IT staff augmentation services for the States of Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin. We also provide these services to businesses, as well as local and county governments, in the Midwest and nationwide.

Our client is looking for a seasoned professional IV&V Project Manager with direct experience establishing Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) services in a complex, enterprise-level environment. This role is not intended for individuals who have performed validation and verification as a secondary responsibility within project management. Instead, the ideal candidate will have demonstrated leadership in the end-to-end development of IV&V functions from initial design and implementation to operationalization and continuous improvement preferably within a large public-sector or similarly scaled organizational context.

As the team advances its approach to IT investment governance and oversight, strengthening IV&V capabilities is a strategic priority. This position will play a key role in shaping the structure, scalability, and integration of IV&V practices across the project portfolio. A combination of strategic vision, operational insight, and stakeholder engagement experience is essential to successfully institutionalize IV&V as a sustainable, value-driven function within the cleint s project delivery ecosystem.

As part of this structure, the Investment Management program within the team is specifically responsible for administering the ITIF portfolio, overseeing investment governance processes, portfolio-level reporting, and project performance monitoring.

Tasks

• Providing Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) services for selected ITIF-funded projects.
• Assessing project health, risk management, deliverable quality, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Identifying risks and opportunities for escalation to the executive leadership.
• Supporting proactive oversight and risk mitigation efforts at both the project and portfolio levels.
• While the primary focus will be on ITIF-funded initiatives, the resource may also provide IV&V services to other high-visibility, politically sensitive, or complex non-ITIF projects within the portfolio as capacity and priorities dictate.
• Conduct IV&V activities across assigned projects, ensuring objective, independent assessment of project health, deliverables, and compliance with standards.
• Review key project documentation, including charters, project management plans, schedules, risk registers, and contracts.
• Evaluate deliverables for quality, completeness, and adherence to requirements.
• Identify risks, issues, and deficiencies early, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project progress against scope, schedule, budget, and quality metrics.
• Develop and deliver:
• IV&V Service Plans for assigned projects.
• Monthly Project Health Assessment Reports.
• Independent Deliverable Review Assessments.
• Risk and Issue Logs with mitigation recommendations.
• Executive Briefings for Steering Committees and leadership as needed.
• Final IV&V Summary Reports at project closeout.
• Collaborate with project managers, agency stakeholders, and executive sponsors while maintaining independence of judgment.
• Ensure all reports and documentation meet quality standards and templates.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Excellent analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare professional-grade reports and executive briefings.
• Proven ability to assess project health objectively and recommend actionable solutions.
• Given the scope, visibility, and complexity of these initiatives, requires strong portfolio oversight and independent assurance activities to ensure successful project delivery.

NOTE: Local to Michigan candidates ONLY. Relocation not allowed. Position will be hybrid, in office 2 days a week upon start and there is NO REMOTE ONLY option. An on-site interview is required.

Location: Lansing, MI (Hybrid)

Contract: 1 years

Skills Required:

• 5+ years - IT project management experience, preferably supporting large, complex technology initiatives.
• 5+ years - Experience providing Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) or equivalent quality assurance services.
• Demonstrated experience supporting high-visibility, politically sensitive projects in a public sector or highly regulated environment
• Strong understanding of project management frameworks (e.g., PMI s PMBOK), risk management practices, and quality assurance principles.
• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field

Skills Desired A plus to have:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA).

***Rate depends on experience

*** Local candidates preferred, not mandatory

*** Candidates authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We can accept H1b, , TN, and other valid work visas for IT. However, we cannot accept OPT or CPT visas at this time.

*** Companies submitting candidates should only submit direct W2 employees for this position.

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