IT Project anager (Queens)

Job title: IT Project Manager

Location: Long Island City, NY

Rate: $60/hour on W2

Type: Contract to Hire (NO C2C)

Must: In-person interview and Local to NY/NJ

Job Duties:

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of multiple, complex IT projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing, utilizing Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies as appropriate.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and resource requirements in collaboration with stakeholders and senior management.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, risk assessments, and communication strategies.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies proactively.
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques.
• Communicate project status, challenges, and successes effectively to all stakeholders, including senior leadership.
• Ensure project documentation is complete, current, and stored appropriately.
• Foster a collaborative and productive team environment, motivating project teams to achieve objectives.
• Conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned and best practices for future projects.
• Present Topologies at the Architecture Review Board (ARB) Meetings for approval / feedback
• Work with the vendors and City IT office in completing Cloud Service Agreements (CSA) and other required IT/Program Agreements and documentation for the supported applications
• Collaborate with the IT Security teams for completing Software Security Assurance Process (SSAP) / Application Scans / Rapid7 Scans and any other HIPAA / Audit or other mandated scans and work with IT / Vendor teams in resolving the identified vulnerabilities.
• Oversight of user test plans, UAT assistance, and support for system deployments, upgrades, QA-UAT, and post-production.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 8+ years IT Project Management experience, preference for 8+ years of progressive experience in IT project management, with a significant portion managing large-scale, complex projects.
• Proven experience with both Agile (Scrum, Kanban) and Waterfall methodologies.
• Strong understanding of various IT domains, including software development, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions.
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Jira, Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps).
• Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, stakeholders, and competing demands.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience with vendor management and contract negotiation.