Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven IT Project Manager to lead our technology initiatives with precision and innovation. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of complex IT projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations. Your expertise in project management methodologies, strong leadership skills, and ability to navigate cross-functional teams will drive the successful implementation of cutting-edge solutions. Join our forward-thinking organization to make a tangible impact in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones following ITIL guidelines.
• Full project life cycle management: successful project delivery will include full implementation from envisioning to deployment for one major or several minor initiatives simultaneously
• Manage all aspects of multiple related projects to ensure the overall program is aligned to and directly supports the achievement of strategic objectives
• Manage the day-to-day project activities.
• Provide status reporting regarding project milestones, deliverable, dependencies, risks and issues, communicating across leadership
• Set and continually manage project and program expectations while delegating and managing deliverables with team members and stakeholders
• Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project and program team, analyze results and troubleshoot problem areas
• Ensure that projects and programs are proceeding according to scope, schedule, budget and quality standards
• Extensive understanding of project and program management principles, methods and techniques
• Proven success in providing on site leadership for project team by building and motivating team members to meet project goals, adhering to their responsibilities and project milestones

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience, including tracking and planning projects
• Self-motivated individual with the ability to drive and motivate both customer and technical team members towards project goals.
• Must have Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) experience.
• Energetic, strong and assertive personality able to adapt to different people and situations.
• Aptitude to be able to understand proposals and technical writing.
• Be able to measure and report on the progress of the project and its current state
• Develop a crisp understanding of the target objectives of the project and manage delivery of these objectives
• Excellent communication, organization, time-management, and leadership skills
• Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint and SharePoint with experience presenting to stakeholders and / or Senior Leadership
• Proven ability to drive results and be accountable for solution results
• Proven ability to work in an ambiguous environment and collaborate across multiple areas to achieve a common business objective

Desired Experience

• Proven experience managing IT projects within Department of Defense (DoD) environments.
• Expertise in applying ITIL, COBIT, or CMMI frameworks to manage IT service delivery and project execution in secure, mission-critical environments.
• Strong background in coordinating with DoD stakeholders, including military personnel, civilian leadership, and contractors, to align project objectives with mission requirements.

Desired Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
• Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
• ITIL Foundation

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