Remote IT Project Mgr - Expert

Summary

The job is for an IT Project Manager-Expert to lead the implementation of web-based and/or low-code applications for a duration of 12+ months. The role involves managing dependencies, working with senior executives, IT personnel, business programs, and vendors, and ensuring quality deliverables.

Requirements

• Results-oriented, self-motivated individual with a very strong work ethic and must be able to demonstrate excellent IT Project Management, negotiation, communication and problem-solving skills
• Solid Leadership, facilitation, presentation, team building and change management skills to influence and guide cross functional teams required
• Ability to act independently with sound business judgment and thrive in environment with diverse communication styles
• Ability to manage complex projects with multiple work streams with aggressive (and sometimes competing) timelines
• Candidate must have experience implementing one or more of the following low-code technologies: Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics or ServiceNow
• Ideal candidate for this position would have project management experience in a healthcare and/or state government setting
• Project management experience, preferably with large, complex automation implementation efforts Required 10 Years
• Demonstrated Project Management experience on IT application/system development and deployments for multiple clients. Required 10 Years
• Proven track record of delivering projects and work streams with aggressive timelines and deliver within scope, budget and schedule. Required 10 Years
• Objective decision-making ability based on strategic objectives priority, business performance analysis and resource availability. Required 10 Years
• Hands on experience managing project risk, cost, schedule, quality, testing, and communications. Required 7 Years
• Experience implementing applications using Salesforce, MS Dynamics and/or ServiceNow. Required 7 Years
• Strong leadership, organizational, interpersonal and time management skills. Required 3 Years
• Demonstrated oral and written communication and presentation skills. Required
• Solid work experience with project management tools including Microsoft Project and Project Server. Required 7 Years
• Experience with MS Office and Teams. Required 7 Years
• Demonstrated experience with Waterfall, Agile and Hybrid software development frameworks. Required 5 Years
• Experience with vendor management on a medium or large IT project/system implementation. Required 8 Years
• Knowledge of healthcare systems with an emphasis on behavioral health, developmental disabilities and substance use. Highly desired 5 Years
• Extensive understanding of MS SharePoint end user experience, sites, libraries, lists and groups. Required 8 Years
• Cost/benefit analysis and market analysis. Required 5 Years
• Healthcare related experience Highly desired 7 Years
• Experience in developing business case documents Required 5 Years
• Experience with federal Application Planning Document approval processes Highly desired

Responsibilities

• Build and obtain approval of business cases for new projects through stakeholder and market analysis, cost/benefit analysis, project schedule estimates
• Implement medium to large-sized project(s) of moderate to high complexity and risk
• Manage the dependencies of the IT project that extends to multiple divisions and external entities
• Work directly with senior level executives, IT personnel, business program, and external resources to analyze and execute project requirements and manage stakeholder expectations
• Work with client Business, IT and the selected Vendor team to complete implementation of the project
• Leadership, direction and oversight of the project team(s) and of all vendor-related activities tied to the project and report to senior executive management
• Work hand-in-hand with vendor to manage project milestones and critical dates to identify potential risks and impacts that could jeopardize project schedule. Identify ways to resolve schedule issues. Keeps management aware of the situation
• Support the Contract Administrator by performing vendor management and ensuring that vendor deliverables are reviewed and approved by the appropriate team members
• Develop all project management artifacts following the practices and guidelines from the PMI’s PMBOK, the client PM Methodology, and client project methodology, developing the detailed project budget, monitoring expenditures, performing regular status reports, developing and maintaining all required project documentation
• Manage the day-to-day activities for the project and complete all input to the State project portfolio management tool (based on Microsoft Project Server and SharePoint) and online project notebooks (SharePoint)
• Manage internal and external relationships (agency, Federal, vendor, other State agencies, community-based providers and other external stakeholders) and dependencies across all workstreams to ensure successful delivery of the project
• Manage the day-to-day activities on the project including monitoring and controlling project risks, cost, and schedule, tracking project expenses and determining if these are within the allocated budget, and manage project changes
• Assist the business in managing procurement efforts through the development of procurement documents such as Requests for Proposals, Statements of Works for State Term Contracts, Requests for Quotes, etc.; write content related to project scope and maintenance activities; and perform administrative tasks during bid evaluation, contract negotiations and award approval processes

Preferred Qualifications

Healthcare related experience is preferred