Project Manager (Local to Iowa Only !)

Project Manager (PM6) - ID: 793917

Location: Des Moines, IA 50309

Interview Mode: Either Web Cam or In-Person

Contract Renewal: 07/01/2026 - 06/30/2027

Note: Only submit local candidates who can work onsite 2-3 days per week as needed.

Position Overview

Seeking a self-starter Project Manager who can take ownership and independently drive initiatives. This role operates in a service provider capacity within a shared services IT organization that supports statewide technology initiatives.

The organization provides adaptable, secure, and cost-effective technology services and solutions across multiple departments and partners. It manages executive branch IT assets, projects, and resources while delivering high-quality technology services that support citizens and families.

The environment values innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and accountability. Team members take pride in delivering high-quality solutions and maintaining a culture focused on learning, optimization, and service excellence.

Roles & Responsibilities

The Project Manager will be responsible for adhering to established project management governance across multiple current and future initiatives. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and maintaining project schedules

• Identifying and staffing required resources

• Managing procurement of vendor products and implementation services

• Submitting funding requests as needed

• Managing delivery efforts and reporting project status through a standardized reporting framework

• Collaborating with multiple business and technology teams, including upper-level leadership committees

• Conducting project meetings and ensuring project tracking, analysis, quality standards, and deliverables are met

The Project Manager will be part of a PMO team responsible for IT project governance, assessment, management, and control. The role requires strong communication skills, the ability to multitask, and adaptability to shifting priorities driven by leadership, departmental needs, and legislative direction.

Duties

• Work within an established project governance structure, including methodologies, templates, and reporting requirements

• Interact with, educate, learn from, and drive business and IT teams

• Operate effectively under broad direction with general supervision

• Motivate teams and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Gather and organize multiple, complex business process scenarios simultaneously

• Break down complex initiatives into actionable, well-sequenced work items

• Manage scope creep while focusing on delivering a minimum viable product

• Demonstrate excellent organizational, presentation, interpersonal, and team-building skills

• Apply strong time management, project planning, and strategic skills

• Communicate clearly and effectively in both verbal and written formats

• Manage client expectations and implement service improvement initiatives

• Manage multiple parallel work efforts

• Track project progress, update schedules, provide status reports, and escalate issues as appropriate

• Provide insights and recommendations to improve portfolio, project, and program management processes

• Perform additional duties as assigned by management

Required Skills & Experience