Certified Project Manager

Base pay range

$50.00/hr - $52.00/hr

TCI has an immediate need for a Remote Certified Project Manager . This is a long-term contract opportunity. This position requires US Citizenship.

Summary

The Certified Project Manager is responsible for coordination, planning, and organization of project activities.

Responsibilities

• Interface with all areas affected by the project, including end users, vendors, and project staff.
• Perform analysis and negotiation of project scope, budget, and schedule and perform management of the vendor contract.
• Assist with planning of resources for projects.
• Proactively manage and track project risks, issues, budget, and schedule.
• Keep business sponsors and management advised of project status.
• Ensure that applicable system design life cycle (SDLC) processes are being followed.
• Oversee vendor and project team members' work and deliverables to ensure compliance with contract.
• Experience in implementing Federal and/or State regulation changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of recent, relevant work experience.
• PMP Certification is required.
• 3+ years of experience successfully managing IT projects, collaborating across business and IT teams.
• Must be experienced in management of vendors and contracts for large scale information technology projects.
• Proficient in Microsoft Product Suites, (Word, Excel, Project, and Visio).
• Demonstrated ability to lead small to large size project teams.
• Prior experience managing issues, scope, quality, escalations, and risks.
• Proficient in standard project management tools and methodologies, excelling in Microsoft Project, and PMI methodologies.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead meetings, lead project teams, and communicate effectively at all levels within the project.
• Work performed in Eastern Time Zone.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology and Project Management

Industries

• Government Administration