Project Manager

Our client is looking for a Project Manager to provide oversight, leadership, accountability and project management functions for large strategic projects and programs with high visibility at the Agency Executive level. These projects and programs require a fully dedicated project manager due to the level of complexity, degree of intricate detail and accountability to executive leadership. Strategic projects typically have a large diverse set of stakeholders, utilize vendor participation, require coordination of multiple complex schedules and significant integration with other systems. Strategic projects typically have durations of 2 years or longer with 50 or more team members, require communication at the Agency Executive level and have a significant risk. This position will ensure consistency with the project management methodology, perform long-term release planning based on organizational direction, regularly interact with the project management teams for status of budget, quality and schedule, elevate issues and risks as needed to executives and exercise project quality control activities to ensure project scope expectations are met. Tasks Manage direct engagement with stakeholders and vendors, dedicating approximately 15–20% of time to executive-level communication, including high-level project oversight, stakeholder alignment, and leading monthly sponsor meetings to provide project health updates Establish and monitor project controlling methods to ensure timely knowledge and awareness of changes to project cost, quality or schedule. Provide planning, staffing, and reporting to ensure the successful completion of assigned projects according to the sponsor’s goals and objectives. Planning, staffing and reporting spans the entire lifecycle of the project from initiation to closeout. Directs and coordinates the day-to-day activities, tasks and deliverables required from the project team according to the project plan. Perform miscellaneous functions as needed to contribute to the overall operation and objectives. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required Experience communicating stakeholder needs clearly and effectively Experience analyzing data, identifying problems, and developing actionable solutions Experience communicating across teams, building consensus, facilitating working sessions, and negotiating outcomes Experience managing stakeholder relationships, maintaining positive interactions, and resolving issues NOTE: Candidates must be local to the Lansing, Michigan area (within 90 miles) at time of submission. Relocation not allowed. This requirement is non-negotiable. Resource will be working a hybrid schedule. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week. (Required onsite days- Tuesdays and Wednesdays) Location: Lansing, MI Contract: 1+ years Skills Required 5+ years of experience in the following: Experience working effectively in team environments within matrix organizations Experience resolving complex, high-priority conflicts and competing requirements Experience with data infrastructure concepts and data governance fundamentals Experience applying Project Management principles, methodologies, and best practices Experience with system development methodologies for building new systems and enhancing existing information systems Experience working with data communications and information systems hardware and software concepts and operating principles Experience conducting training sessions and facilitating informational workshops Skills Desired – A Plus To Have Previous experience working in a government or public sector environment Experience in multiple relevant roles (e.g., Project Manager, Program Manager, Project Coordinator, or similar leadership/support roles) Rate depends on experience 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr