VITA Project Manager 3 - TWO ROLES

*local candidates strongly preferred
*candidates MUST possess PMP certification through PMI or VITA's PM certification. No other certification qualify.
*candidates must also be able to work onsite 2-3 days/week.

VITA's Service Management Office (SMO/PMO) is looking to hire 2 Project Managers to work on new state wide enterprise technology projects.

The SMO Project Manager will report to the SMO Manager and work within this PMO, but will be directly supporting the Project's Sponsor and Project teams.

Project Management responsibilities include;
Managing all aspects of complex, large-scale, high priority projects throughout the project lifecycle, to ensure it is completed on time, within scope, and within budget
Define, document, and manage project scope, schedule and budget
Develop, maintain, and distribute standard project management artifacts (i.e. WBS, risk assessments, project charter, RACIs, communication plan, MS schedule, status reports, etc.)
Ensure applicable project documentation is complete, current, and stored appropriately
Develop and maintain a detailed project schedule throughout the project lifecycle
Align project deliverables and milestones with projects strategy and objectives
Facilitate project meetings, create and distribute meeting notes
Manage project within the VITA PMO framework, process, and structure
Manage state level project's within the larger VITA procurement and project management governance processes as directed by PMD & ITIM
Keep leadership and the SMO informed of key issues that may impact project completion, budget, or results
Facilitate project conference calls, status meetings, planning sessions, and provide for meeting notes
Be a consultant to customers and communicate project status throughout the project lifecycle
Proactively identify and mitigate project risks and issues
Manage project resources, overseeing day-to-day task execution
Utilizing system based project management applications; CTP, Planview


The Project Manager should have the following skills;
5-10 plus years of direct hands-on technical Project Management experience, preferable having managed Virginia state level technology projects
Project Schedule development experience along with 3rd party vendor schedule integration
Experience developing and documenting both technical and business requirements
Budget, scope, and risk/issue management experience
Project Management leadership experience of cross functional matrixed teams
3rd party vendor management experience
Procurement experience preferably associated with a Virginia state technology project
Knowledge of Quality Assurance (e.g. Test Plans, Test Scripts) and best practices
Knowledge of varied technologies: COTS solutions, .Net, Oracle, SQL Server and Security best practices -- Cloud-Computing and Data Management best practices are a plus
Strong business, technical and analytical skills
Attention to detail and logical thinking
Ability to facilitate technical project meetings and translate outcome into project schedules
Ability to oversee and track progress, translating outcomes into management briefings and weekly status reports
Clear, concise and diplomatic written/verbal communication skills across all levels
Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
Excellent communication (verbal and written), presentation and customer service skills
Self-motivated team player, able to work cooperatively in a team environment
Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and meet deadlines when required
Effectively manage and solve complex business and technical problems
Aptitude for learning new technologies, applications and business processes
College degree or military experience, Masters degree preferred
Experience using system based project management applications; CTP, Planview, ...
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required
VITA PM Certification or the ability to obtain the VITA PM Certification within 3 months of hire is a requirement
Required/Desired Skills Skill Required /Desired Consultant Experience Current Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI) Required 10 Years 5 + years of direct hands on technical project management experience Required 5 Years Project management experience working on a Virginia state level technology project Highly desired 3 Years VITA PM Certification or the ability to obtain the VITA PM Certification within 3 months of hire is a requirement Required 0 Questions No. Question Question1 Commonwealth of Virginia security policies prohibit the use of offshore IT contractors. Do you attest to the fact that your candidate will physically reside within the US for the duration of the assignment? Question2 Please list candidate's email address. Question3 In what city/state does your candidate permanently reside? Question4 Does candidate possess an active PMP from PMI OR a PM certification from VITA (no other certifications are accepted? This is REQUIRED, NO exceptions. Please upload a copy of the PMP certification, in order to be considered. Question5 Does your candidate agree to work onsite 2-3 days/wk? This is REQUIRED. Question6 How soon after an offer can your candidate start?