Project Manager

Project ManagerOur organization is seeking a qualified Project Manager to join our established Project Management Office. In this role, the successful candidate will collaborate with a dedicated team to leverage resources, drive efficiencies, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with overall organizational objectives. This individual will serve as the primary contact for directing resources and activities throughout the entire life cycle of assigned projects, managing vendor relationships, removing blockers, and escalating issues as necessary.Key ResponsibilitiesManage medium to extra-large complexity projects through the full project life cycle utilizing appropriate methodologies and tools.Perform all standard project management deliverables including scope definition, change management, risk mitigation, and budgeting.Facilitate stakeholder communication, vendor engagement, and subject matter expert utilization from project initiation to closure.Develop and manage detailed project status reports to communicate key metrics for the PMO dashboard.Implement structured change management practices in accordance with organizational guidelines.Forecast, manage, and acquire necessary resources to achieve project objectives.Ensure project activities and deliverables adhere to all documented federal, state, and agency guidelines.Perform routine gap analysis and root cause analysis to recommend successful project outcomes.Lead group facilitation activities, particularly in areas requiring the intervention of an independent party.Required QualificationsEducation: Graduate level degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field is preferred.Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience as a formal project manager is required, with preference given to experience in government, regulatory, or service-related business environments. Candidates should have demonstrated experience with Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid project management methodologies, as well as a strong familiarity with MS Project.Technical Skills: Proven understanding of the Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Guide and Standards. Strong proficiency in project management, process improvement, and structured business analysis is required.Preferred QualificationsProfessional certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB), or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM).Experience managing projects with both non-technology and core technology components.Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with all levels of personnel.