EPMO – Project Manager
Project Manager – EPMO Supporting the Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS)
Are you a seasoned Senior Project Manager ready to tackle a multi-year high-priority legacy modernization project? If working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment supporting a hybrid workforce excites you, then this role is perfect for you!
Here's what you'll be doing:
- Leverage the State of Michigan's Project Portfolio Management Tool (Clarity) for preparing project schedules, assigning resources, and managing budgets.
- Create and deliver presentation material tailored for executives, managers, and project team members.
- Oversee project progress, focusing on managing costs, schedules, scopes, resources, quality, and risks.
- Ensure timely and precise communication with stakeholders including project sponsors, team members, and DTMB management.
- Foster collaboration between technical and business teams, driving consensus and commitment.
- Develop and maintain key project management deliverables throughout the project lifecycle, such as Project Charter, Budget, and Change Requests.
- Coordinate with other agencies for seamless communication regarding project interfaces.
- Ensure compliance with the SUITE PMM and System Engineering Methodology (SEM), ensuring smooth phase transitions.
- Facilitate Change Management processes, ensuring necessary approvals are obtained before implementation.
- Develop Corrective Action Plans (CAP) where necessary to realign projects.
- Review vendor contracts to manage deliverables and ensure adherence to approval procedures.
- Navigate stakeholder interactions to clarify expectations and ensure completion of deliverables.
What you need to succeed:
Qualification | Required/Desired | Experience |
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Deep knowledge and experience in IT project management including industry standards and best practices. | Required | 7 years |
Proven record of delivering projects on time and within budget in a formal project manager role. | Required | 7 years |
Experience in establishing and maintaining project budgets, schedules, and managing change requests, risks, and issues. | Required | 7 years |
Experience in developing and delivering project status reports. | Required | 7 years |
Experience with project portfolio management systems and tools, such as Clarity. | Required | 5 years |
Advanced proficiency in MS Project. | Required | 5 years |
Experience with handling a wide variety of stakeholders and system owners from other departments. | Highly Desired | 5 years |
Experience managing a multi-vendor environment in a government context. | Highly Desired | 5 years |
Possession of a Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification. | Highly Desired | 3 years |
If you have an in-depth grasp of IT project management and a track record of success, we want to hear from you. Apply today and let's explore how you can become a vital part of our team!
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