IT Project Manager

Title: IT Project Manager
Location: Vienna, Virginia- hybrid- 3 days a week onsite
Duration: Initial 6 months contract with extensions
Compensation: $60.00-$69.00/hr
Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or or Authorized to work in US

• Ensures effective management of projects from inception through implementation
• Defines, develops, and executes project plans, including scope definition, expectations, activities, cost estimates, and schedules
• Works with the business group to determine and understand business requirements
• Manages projects from concept through the planning, analysis, design, testing, implementation, and transition phases
• Develops clear and concise “big picture” of projects within organizational goals
• Directs and leads project teams by developing and coordinating work plans, schedules, milestones, deliverables, and training
• Manages project budgets including risk and impact of changes to project plans
• Identifies and minimizes project risks or constraints that would impact project deliverables
• Identifies, communicates, and resolves cross-organizational issues that may impede projects/initiatives
• Maintains and archives project documentation
• Ensures project deliverables are met in accordance with customer expectations
• Sets, manages, and communicates client expectations for the project
• Oversees project progress to ensure documentation and schedules align with agreed requirements and standards
• Identifies, escalates, and/or resolves issues ensuring deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations
• Monitors and controls risks ensuring timelines are met and goals are achieved
• Facilitates project team and client meetings to resolve issues
• Provides project status reports to management
• Ensures project success by working closely with Procurement regarding vendor contracts
• Works closely with Procurement to define and understand contracts (scope, legal aspects, risk, pre/post award, closure)
• Manages contract quality assurance, administration, and execution
• Manages contract budgets, cost controls, and change control processes
• Serves as primary point of contact for project management issues
• Secures resources and ensures optimal utilization within budget constraints
• Allocates team assignments, ensures accountability, manages personnel changes, and executes training plans
• Communicates project plans, changes, direction, and priorities based on evolving business needs
• Establishes team objectives, reviews work, and provides feedback; may contribute to performance evaluations
• Promotes team building and skill development
• Manages multiple, large, complex projects simultaneously
• Participates in developing and executing department policies, standards, and processes
• Provides guidance on issues impacting the broader organization
• Solves complex technical and organizational problems
• Influences leadership to resolve project issues within timelines and budget
• Manages vendor relationships and participates in contract negotiations
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Extensive project management experience across multiple large, complex projects

• Advanced knowledge of project lifecycles, methodologies, and business requirements analysis
• Strong experience building relationships across business units
• Proven ability to lead and mentor in dynamic environments
• Strong understanding of contracts and their impact on projects
• Proficiency in standard business and project management tools
• PMP certification (or equivalent experience)
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Demonstrated ability to achieve goals and drive results
• Experience directing and controlling project activities across broad functional areas
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Desired

• Agile methodology experience
• PMI-ACP, ScrumMaster, or SAFe certifications
• Experience with Azure DevOps (ADO)
• Knowledge of real estate lending / mortgage systems and operations

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay, 401(k)
• Retirement plan
• …and much more!

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