Project Manager

• Lead medium- through extra-large-complexity projects from initiation through closure, applying appropriate methodologies and tools, maintaining clear plans and communications, and building and directing effective project teams.
  

• Produce the full range of standard project-management deliverables, including scope and objectives, change-management plans, risk-mitigation strategies, budgets, stakeholder communications, vendor coordination, SME engagement, implementation activities, and project closure documentation.
  

• Prepare and maintain project status reports for stakeholders and provide key performance measures for the PMO dashboard.
  

• Apply change-management practices consistent with agency standards and PMO direction.
  

• Anticipate, secure when necessary, and manage the resources required to achieve project objectives.
  

• Verify that project work and deliverables comply with documented federal, state, and agency requirements.
  

• Coordinate and oversee contract activities from initiation through closeout.
  

• Oversee vendor relationships and in-scope deliverables, resolve impediments, and escalate concerns when appropriate.
  

• Regularly conduct gap and root-cause analyses and recommend corrective actions that support successful project outcomes.
  

• Facilitate agency group sessions, particularly when an objective, independent facilitator is required.
  

• Work onsite a minimum of three days each week, with additional onsite presence as project needs require.
  

• A minimum of five years of experience serving as a formal project manager.
  

• Proven experience directing medium- to extra-large-complexity projects throughout the entire project life cycle.
  

• Preferred experience in state government, regulatory organizations, or a comparable service-focused environment.
  

• Practical experience applying Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid delivery approaches.
  

• Working experience with the Project Management Institute’s PMBOK Guide and related standards.
  

• Demonstrated success overseeing vendor relationships, contract workflows, and project deliverables.
  

• Background managing projects in non-technology, core technology, or combined environments.
  

• Experience leading facilitated group sessions, including assignments requiring an impartial third party.
  

• Project planning and management
  

• Process analysis and continuous improvement
  

• Lean Six Sigma principles and practices
  

• Strong familiarity with MS Project, or the ability to use it effectively
  

• Knowledge of PMI’s PMBOK Guide and Standards
  

• Proficiency with Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid project-management methods
  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the professionalism to collaborate with personnel at every organizational level
  

• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and sound decision-making abilities
  

• Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong organizational discipline
  

• Consistent attention to detail
  

• Capability in gap analysis and root-cause analysis
  

Education

Certifications

PMP, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB), and CSM certifications.