Project Manager

Chesterfield, VA
Contracted
Experienced
Location: Chesterfield, VA
Position Type: Hybrid
Hybrid Schedule: 3 days onsite, 2 remote
Contract Length: 8 months + possible extensions

Position Overview:
Senior Project Manager responsible for leading multiple concurrent technology initiatives, providing end-to-end project management, requirements tracking, and light business process definition within a matrixed environment. This role ensures alignment between business needs and technical solutions while driving execution across cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders.

Duties:
  • Lead and manage multiple technology projects of varying size, including in-flight initiatives, across diverse business areas
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams spanning security, infrastructure (cloud and on-prem), integrations, data conversion, GIS, and other technical domains
  • Track and manage project requirements, ensuring alignment with business needs and successful delivery outcomes
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders to define and document business processes and translate them into actionable requirements
  • Apply PMBOK methodologies, tools, and governance standards throughout the project lifecycle
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including scope, schedule, cost, risk, and resource management
  • Monitor project performance using metrics such as schedule performance index (SPI) and implement corrective actions as needed
  • Facilitate communication between technical teams, business stakeholders, and vendors to ensure clarity and alignment
  • Manage vendor relationships, including issue tracking, resolution, and support for contract negotiations
  • Support testing, defect management, and quality assurance processes to maintain project integrity and timelines
  • Utilize data analysis to identify trends and provide data-driven recommendations to stakeholders
  • Prepare and deliver clear, concise project updates and reports for diverse audiences
  • Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster collaboration and trust
  • Apply estimation and analytical techniques to support business cases and process improvement initiatives
  • Promote coordination of planning, scheduling, and execution activities across project teams
  • Continuously adapt to changing business priorities, organizational needs, and project environments
  • Ensure adherence to security, regulatory, and compliance requirements, including CJIS standards
  • Drive decision-making by gathering input, evaluating options, and presenting cost-benefit analyses
  • Maintain a high standard of customer service through effective communication, responsiveness, and execution
  • Independently manage priorities, timelines, and deliverables while proactively seeking guidance when needed

Required Qualifications:

  • 5 years of experience holding a PMI PMP credential (VITA Project Management Certification considered)
  • 10 years of extensive lead project management experience managing schedule, scope, and budget for technology projects of varying size, including enterprise-level initiatives
  • 10 years of experience directly managing business stakeholders and project team members, with the ability to define direction and build consensus
  • 10 years of experience applying project governance through the creation and management of governance artifacts such as project charters and change management plans
  • 10 years of experience delivering clear and concise oral and written communication tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • 10 years of proficiency using Microsoft Office tools, including Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5 years of project management experience within state or local government environments
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