Project Lead

DataStaff is in need of a Project Lead for a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients in Richmond, VA.

* Preference is for an on-site resource, but open to a hybrid arrangement

Job Description:

This position requires recent experience leading an enterprise software implementation for local government land permitting, plan review, inspection, and code enforcement. Ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience with one or more commercial Community Development and Regulation software packages.

Knowledge, Experience and Abilities:

• Experience implementing and maintaining a local government Community Development and Regulation system using the Cityworks Online PLL or Trimble Unity Permit software platforms.
• Mastery of project management methodology and experience or familiarity with major, defined program management approaches (PMI, Agile,Six Sigma).
• Significant knowledge of project planning/scheduling tools (for example, Microsoft Project), with a solid track record of practical application.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; expertise in setting and managing customer expectations.
• Effective influencing and negotiating skills in an environment in which this role may not directly control resources.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of local government processes related to land permitting, plan review, inspection, and code enforcement.
• Ability to large multi-department project team to match CDR software to business requirements, including leadership in research on current and emerging technology options.
• Experience and ability in using soft skills and people skills .
• Experience meeting with stakeholders and clients and gathering the project's requirements, goals, and scope.
• Experience with these supporting processes:
• Knowledge of the System Development Lifecycle
• Workflow and prioritization of assignments.
• Integration with calendaring and email for work management.
• Correspondence management.
• Document management including storage, retrieval, and version control.
• Mobile access.
• Payment engines (collections from customers).
• Business intelligence.
• Demonstrate these competencies at an advanced level.
• Effectively communicate with stakeholders and team members regarding project expectations and progress. Clearing obstacles, closely monitoring tasks and team member accountability, and escalating issues, as required.
• Outcome oriented.
• Guiding and motivating others.
• Relationship management.
• Manage changes in project timeline, scope, and budget.
• Responsive to feedback, especially in seeking feedback continually from stakeholders and in refining project scope across project lifecycle to address shortcomings.
• Coping with pressure and setback.
• Achieving difficult targets, particularly in demanding timelines.
• Judgment calls based upon information and analysis; able to make prompt, clear decisions that may involve tough choices or considered risks.
• Support for decision-making: gather comprehensive information, catalog, and disseminate knowledge of use to the organization.

Required Skills:

• Active PMP Certificate
• 7 Years - Progressively responsible IT experience
• 5 Years - Successfully managing Community Development and Regulation projects (5 Years)
• 5 Years - Experience with Planning and Community Development business problem solving
• 5 Years - Leading diverse teams
• 5 Years - Implementation of software systems and platforms

This opportunity is available on a corp-to-corp basis or as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff, Inc. offers medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months.