Project Manager

Top Skills' Details

1. 6+ Years managing multiple Projects at the same time utilizing Agile and Waterfall Methodologies

2. Experience using the Planview Portfolio Products (Experience using AgilePlace would be a huge plus)

3. PMP/Agile Certs would be highly sought after - Must have an Agile certification.

Nice to Have: ITIL Cert

Description

Our Customer is seeking 2 Project Managers to join their PMO of about 5 individuals. The reason for these needs as the organization has traditionally supported a Waterfall Methodology for all Projects. The IT group within our customer is looking to transition from Waterfall to Agile methodology. This is a gap on their team and they are hoping to onboard individuals who have experience in both Agile and Waterfall methodologies to run point on projects within IT and other lines of businesses. Ideally, they will bring in a PM Level 1 and a PM Level 2 on these teams to fill these gaps on their team.

The incumbent is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific projects

ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and goals. The incumbent is also responsible for communications, including status reporting, risk

management, as well as escalation of unresolved issues to the PMO Department Manager. With assistance from the PMO Manager, the incumbent ensures that the project is delivered within budget, on schedule and within scope.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES AND FUNCTIONS:

1. Understands the various phases of the Project Lifecycle: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Closing and Monitoring. Works with the project team to develop and maintain the applicable deliverables for each phase of the project from inception to closing.

2. Works directly with the lines of business and vendors, requiring good communication skills, as well as fundamental technical troubleshooting abilities.

3. Able to define problems, collect data, establish facts and develop presentations to communicate recommendations on complex topics to Senior Management.

4. Partners with the lines of business to plan new systems and to determine the feasibility and cost of delivering new systems or enhancements to existing systems.

5. Provides project management leadership for assigned business initiatives and major IT efforts. Tracks issues, risks, decisions made as they relate to project scope, timelines and dependencies.

6. Creates and executes project work plans and revises as authorized to meet changing needs and requirements.

7. Maintains documentation that reflects any changes to scope, timelines, milestones and deliverables.

8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Level II Accountabilities - May also include a number of the responsibilities outlined below:

1. PMO Project Manager II provides guidance to entry-level Project Manager I in conducting project management activities.

2. For Business Continuity Planning purposes, assists business partners in recovery planning and recovery plan development / enhancements.

3. Capitalizes on business opportunities to refine production processes to mitigate exposure during disruptions of service, and, possibly, improve day-to-day operations.

Skills

Project management, Agile, Pmp, Stakeholder management, Scrum, waterfall, waterfall methodology, agile methodology, itil, Project plan

Top Skills Details

Project management,Agile,Pmp,Stakeholder management,Scrum,waterfall,waterfall methodology,agile methodology,itil,Project plan

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Must have experience within Agile and Waterfall environments

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Laurel, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Laurel, MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 1, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Laurel,MD.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

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