Description:
The client is looking for one (1) Project Manager II
Will close to submissions on 01/16/2025 4:00PM CST.
Top Skills (5) & Years of Experience:
Skilled in managing complex IT projects leading teams supporting stakeholders and implementing IT infrastructure. 10 years
Knowledge and direct experience working as a business analyst/project manager in collaboration with IT professionals such as developers and business experts to create requirements and develop technical specifications for use in developing custom applications. 10 years
Proficient in project management methodologies like Agile Scrum Kanban or Waterfall. 10 years
Proficiency in business analysis methodologies and best practices related to business needs investigative techniques workflows use cases user stories comparison analysis time and cost estimates data analysis tools and techniques. 10 years
Highly analytical and selfmotivating with the ability to prioritize meet deadlines and manage changing priorities. 10 years
Nice to Have:
Familiarity with DevOps Confluence SharePoint and other collaboration tools.
Experience in government or public sector IT environments
Interview details: via TEAMS
Duration: Till 6/30/25 with possibility of future annual extensions.
Onsite or Remote Candidate must be CURRENT WI resident. NO RELOCATION ALLOWED. Hybrid on a weekly basisDNR is currently 60% remote and 40% in the office. Madison WI. Hybrid requirement is weekly not monthly. The contractor must start on site for a fiveday orientation/onboarding. Work cannot be conducted outside the United States.
Project details:
Advanced level Project Manager II to work as a Project Manager for the DNR IT Project and Portfolio Management Section providing services to support strategic agencywide DNR IT projects. Ideal for an advanced project manager who can also excel in the role of a business analyst. Position requires an individual who is highly analytical and selfmotivated. Individual should be a team player with
strong collaboration skills who is flexible and adaptable to change.
Additional details:
Work hours are during business hours between 8:00am 5:00pm.
Must have reliable internet provided at own expense for working remotely.
State holidays are not paid unless part of work agreement. No overtime and no weekend differential.
At the end of the contract the equipment must be returned. If it cannot be dropped off in person or if DNR Equipment is damaged during the contract replacement and shipping is done at suppliers expense.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will bring a blend of project management and business analysis expertise along with strong technical and interpersonal skills.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile Scrum Kanban Waterfall) and tools.
- Direct experience managing largescale IT projects involving multiple technical resources and diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in business analysis methodologies and tools including data analysis requirements gathering and process modeling.
- Experience creating technical specifications and system designs for custom application development.
- Strong analytical and criticalthinking skills to prioritize and meet project objectives.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to technical and nontechnical audiences.
- Knowledge of data analysis tools and business intelligence tools for creating reports and dashboards.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage competing demands effectively.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Familiarity with DevOps Confluence SharePoint and other collaboration tools.
- Experience in government or public sector IT environments.
Key Attributes:
- Highly analytical and selfmotivated.
- Team player with strong collaboration skills.
- Flexible and adaptable to change.
- Committed to delivering highquality solutions on time and within budget.
- Dependable and committed.
This position reports to the DNR IT PMO Supervisor. The role involves utilizing DNR IT standards software and tools to deliver strategic initiatives.
Primary Tasks:
- Develop comprehensive project plans including scope timeline resources and budget.
- Coordinate with crossfunctional teams to ensure project tasks are completed on schedule.
- Monitor and track project progress identifying and addressing risks and issues.
- Facilitate meetings with stakeholders to review project updates and gather feedback.
- Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and align with organizational goals.
- Manage project documentation including status reports schedules and risk logs.
- Foster clear communication among project team members stakeholders and leadership.
- Support change management processes to ensure smooth project transitions and adoption.
- Oversee project closure activities including final reporting lessons learned and knowledge transfer.
Pay range: $44 to $49 per hour on W2.