IT Project Manager - Public Sector

Responsibilities Provides project management and technical expertise on large-scale IT projects Oversee development of all deliverables, status reports and other work products Plan and oversee all project work and develop/manages any potential organizational change management strategies or processes that might be needed Provide technical oversight of applicable vendor and/or client processes, methodologies, and tools to minimize risk and validate the applicable requirements, standards and best practices are being followed on the project Perform technical reviews and assessments of vendor and/or client tasks, deliverables, and work products, including providing recommendations for risk mitigation and acceptance Support the goals and outcomes of the project stakeholders Develop, manage, and update Project Plan and other project documents (e.g., Communication Plan, Risk Plan, Stakeholder Register, Resource Plan) Support the client and stakeholders in the planning and strategy discussions on the best approach for addressing risks and issues as they occur, in an effort to ensure that the project remains on schedule and within budget Understand various software development life cycle methodologies and how they are used Participate in business development activities and assist with proposal development Provide management oversight of project budget Manage communications with clients, vendors, and project stakeholders Willingness to learn IV&V Other Potential Duties: Perform IV&V tasks & develop IV&V reports Manage and track the IV&V findings (risk and issue) log Play a support lead analyst role in the development of multiple IV&V deliverables Requirements 7+ years of overall IT industry experience 5+ years of prior project management experience using both Agile and Waterfall techniques in IT related projects to include operations, infrastructure, and application development projects Strong Microsoft Office applications skills, especially MS Project Ability to use sound judgment in completing tasks and to seek guidance when needed Attention to detail and ability to work with large data sets with accurate results Ability to move projects forward within a specific timeline and budget while working at a detailed level Commitment to exceptional client service Creative problem-solving ability and a consultancy mindset Dedication to accomplishing goals and challenges presented by clients and management Ability to interact with various levels of management and with clients Flexible, self-starter possessing intellectual curiosity Enthusiasm for life-long learning and staying well-informed about current technology and business issues Able to follow, critically evaluate, and improve upon current processes Excellent business writing skills and ability to make presentations to various audiences Ability to recognize issues and identify solutions Must reside in western region of US #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor