Head of Project Management

Job Summary

The Project Manager will work within a Project Management Office (PMO) to leverage resources, drive efficiencies, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with overall objectives. The role involves managing the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, completion, and closure of projects, ensuring consistency with organizational strategy, mission, commitments, and goals. The Project Manager will serve as a primary point of contact for coordinating organizational resources and activities throughout the project lifecycle. The role also includes managing vendor relationships and deliverables within the project scope, removing blockers, and escalating issues as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage medium- to extra-large-complexity projects throughout the full project lifecycle using appropriate methodologies, tools, planning, and communication practices.
• Acquire, develop, and manage project teams to achieve project objectives.
• Manage standard project management deliverables, including project scope and objectives, change management, risk mitigation, budgeting, stakeholder communication, vendor engagement, subject matter expert utilization, implementation, and project closure.
• Develop and manage project status reports to communicate progress to stakeholders and report key metrics for PMO dashboards.
• Implement change management practices in accordance with organizational and PMO guidance.
• Forecast, manage, and acquire resources as necessary to achieve project objectives.
• Ensure project activities and deliverables comply with applicable federal, state, and organizational guidelines.
• Facilitate and manage contract processes from initiation through closure.
• Conduct gap analysis and root cause analysis and provide recommendations to support successful project outcomes.
• Lead group facilitation activities, particularly those requiring coordination and interaction with independent parties.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a formal Project Manager.
• Experience with Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid project management methodologies.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Project and the ability to use it effectively.
• Understanding and experience with the Project Management Institute's (PMI) Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Guide and Standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with staff at all organizational levels.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and multitasking skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with non-technology and/or core technology projects; Level II Project Manager experience is the minimum requirement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate-level degree in Project Management, Business Administration (MBA), Public Health (MPH), or a related field.
• Experience in state government, regulatory environments, or similar service-related organizations.
• Experience managing vendor relationships, contracts, and project deliverables.

Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB).
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM).