Modernization Project Manager

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Modernization Project Manager in Boston, MA.

Responsibilities:

* Collaborate with product managers, project managers, stakeholders, and vendors to define scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria

* Create and maintain project documentation (charter, plans, status reports, checklists)

* Develop work plans, schedules, and resource requirements;
Track progress in PMO tools (e.g., MS Project Online)

* Manage scope, schedule, budget, and resources;
Communicate status regularly

* Facilitate technical support including architectural and compliance reviews

* Identify and mitigate project risks and issues;
Escalate as needed

* Coordinate meetings with vendors and agencies; track feedback and action items

* Communicate modernization goals and functionality to development teams

* Develop and validate acceptance test plans, drive testing and approval process

* Ensure team access to systems, materials, and product demos;
Maintain team rosters

* Track budgets and vendor billing;
Report progress and discrepancies
* 5-8 years managing complex, cross-functional IT projects with multiple vendors

* Experience with large public sector IT projects and budgeting practices

* Expertise in Microsoft 365 suite (Teams, SharePoint, One Drive, Project);
Power BI a plus

* Knowledge of organizational change management and end-user training

* Familiarity with PMI concepts, Agile/Scrum, ITIL;
Theory of Constraints a plus

* Understanding of software development lifecycle and release management

* Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills

* Skilled in creating and executing project plans aligned with goals

* Excellent written, presentation, and interpersonal skills for all organizational levels

* Proven leadership, customer service focus, and attention to detail;
Process redesign experience preferred

* Ability to manage multiple projects in a matrixed environment under tight timelines