Project Manager 3 - Local candidates only

Local candidates ONLY. Candidates must me located within 90 miles of Lansing, MI

Posting ID- 166491

CSS - EPMO - Project Manager 3

Client- State of M

Projected Start Date - 11/09/2026

Projected End Date/Duration - 09/30/2027

Rate- $75/hr (Negotiable)

Address - 525 W. Allegan Street Lansing Michigan 48933

An official or unofficial college transcript OR diploma must be attached as a separate document to verify educational qualifications relevant to the position.

- If candidate possesses a PMP certification, a copy of the certificate must be attached as a separate document.

References are required for this position. Please include a separate attachment with your submission that includes 2-3 professional references. Each reference should include the name, email, phone number, and their position title/company name.

- A cover letter must be attached as a separate document. This should be a standard cover letter which is different from the required SOMI coversheet and should NOT contain any contact information.

Interview Process: 1st round interviews will be virtual, but 2nd round interviews may take place in-person.

Duration: 1 year with possible extension

Hybrid: Resource will be working a hybrid schedule. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week.

Local candidates ONLY. Candidates must me located within 90 miles of Lansing, MI

Job Description

This position provides oversight, leadership, accountability, and project management functions for large strategic and complex projects supporting Department of Information, Technology, and Budget (DTMB-MB) with high visibility at the Agency Executive level. These projects typically have a large diverse set of stakeholders, utilize vendor participation, require coordination of multiple stakeholders, complex schedules, and significant integration with other systems.

Advanced experience managing complex projects, a significant degree of creativity and latitude is required. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Top Skills & Years of Experience:

Minimum of six years of professional experience as a project manager for IT software or infrastructure projects involving 50 or more team members.

Advanced experience managing Agile projects

Advanced experience managing scope, schedule, and project budget

Advanced experience with vendor management

Experience writing or participating in development of Statement of Work (SOW), Request for Proposal (RFP) or contracts

Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

Possession of a PMP Certification is highly desired