Lansing, MI EPMO - Project Manager

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Location:

Lansing MI – Hybrid

• Duration: 1 year with extension likely
• Hybrid:
  Resource will be working a hybrid schedule. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays in-person)
• Local candidates ONLY (candidate must be located within 2 hours of Lansing, MI at time of submission)

• Establish and monitor project controlling methods to insure timely knowledge and awareness of changes to project cost, quality or schedule.
• Provide planning, staffing and reporting to insure the successful completion of assigned projects according to the sponsor’s goals and objectives.
• Planning, staffing and reporting should adhere to the Michigan SUITE Project Management Methodology and the Agency’s project prioritization process.
• Planning, staffing and reporting spans the entire lifecycle of the project from initiation to closeout.
• Directs and coordinates the day to day activities, tasks and deliverables required from the project team according to the project plan.
• Perform miscellaneous functions as needed to contribute to the overall operation and objectives of the Department.

• Thorough knowledge of Project Management principles, concepts and practices.
• Thorough knowledge of system development methods used for the development of new systems and enhancements to existing information systems.
• Thorough knowledge of advanced concepts and basic operating principles of data communications and information systems hardware and software.
• Ability to work in a team environment involving matrix organizations.
• Ability to resolve conflicting high-priority requirements.
• Ability to communicate the needs of others effectively.
• Ability to gather and analyze facts, draw conclusions, define problems, and suggest solutions.
• Ability to conduct training and informational sessions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, build consensus, facilitate working sessions, and negotiate solutions and alternatives.
• Ability to maintain favorable public relations and perform problem/issue resolution.
• Knowledge of data infrastructure and governance basics.
• Previous government experience is a plus.
• Someone who has worked in multiple applicable roles (project manager, program manager, coordinator, executive, etc.) is a plus.