Project Manager

Posted Dec 31

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Senior Project Manager to support the Department of Veterans Affairs. This position will be a fully remote position. Core hours of operation are Monday-Friday 8 AM to 5 PM Eastern Time.

Responsibilities

Creates integrated project plans for contract deliverables and new products in development projects. Manages a project team comprised of a multidisciplinary staff. Reviews, manages and controls status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reports. Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with team members and line managers. Generally reports to a Program Manager.

  • Manages the direction of a project through the design, implementation, and testing in accordance with project objectives.
  • Defines requirements and plans project lifecycle deployment.
  • Supervises professional and technical support personnel performing in their regular disciplines.
  • Schedules tasks and coordinates with various team members to accomplish the results.
  • Manages the integration of vendor tasks and tracks and reviews vendor deliverables.
  • Ensures adherence to quality standards and reviews project deliverables.
  • Conducts project meetings and is responsible for project tracking, analysis and reporting.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in: Engineering, Computer Science, Systems, Business or related scientific /technical discipline, 15 years of related experience within IT.
  • 10+ years of additional experience may be substituted for education.
  • Experience managing release processes.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently.
  • Proficient with MS Office, MS SharePoint, MS Teams
  • Highly motivated and analytical; proven problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to take initiative and enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to learn new skills, new client environments, and grow domain expertise.
  • Ability to learn quickly.
  • Ability to conduct independent research to lead or support the resolution of complex issues.
  • Excellent verbal communication, oral presentation, analytical, facilitation and written communication skills
  • Excellent planning and project oversight skills
  • Excellent leadership, management, and delegation skills
  • Excellent prioritization and time management skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines and stay organized.
  • Experience in all areas of the software development life cycle a plus

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Certified Scrum Master 
  • Project Management Professional – PMP Certified 
  • Certified SAFe
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience in a DevOps environment 
  • Proficiency with Jira 
  • VA project management experience 
  • Clearance Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust 

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.

Posted Pay Range

The posted pay range, if referenced, reflects the range expected for this position at the commencement of employment, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. The total compensation package for this position may also include other compensation elements, to be discussed during the hiring process. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the GovCIO reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, GovCIO or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Posted Salary Range

USD $140,000.00 - USD $150,001.00 /Yr.