Project Management Specialist | Onsite at TalentBurst
Montgomery, AL
About the Job
Position: Project Management Specialist
Location: Montgomery, AL
Duration: 12+ months
Description:
The client’s Office of Information Technology is seeking a detail-oriented Project Management Specialist
This role is integral to the successful delivery of IT projects across the organization, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet the required quality standards
As a Project Management Specialist, you will be responsible for coordinating project activities, monitoring progress, and maintaining stability within project-oriented work efforts
This position is an excellent opportunity for someone who is ready to contribute to the State's IT initiatives by implementing project management processes and methodologies that will have a direct impact on the efficiency and success of the organization's projects
The role will be to engage in medium-sized projects that are moderately complex, working closely with project teams under the direction of a senior project or program manager.
Key Responsibilities
Project Coordination and Stability: Ensure overall coordination, stability, and status reporting of project-oriented work efforts
Maintain project schedules, track milestones, and ensure that projects are progressing as planned
Process Implementation: Establish and implement project management processes and methodologies for the IT department to ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and adhere to high-quality standards
Project Planning and Execution: Assemble project plans, define project scope, and assign tasks to team members
Direct and monitor the daily work efforts of project teams, identifying resource needs, and performing quality reviews to ensure deliverables meet project requirements
Issue Management and Escalation: Identify and escalate functional, quality, and timeline issues as they arise, ensuring they are addressed promptly
Adjust project plans and resources to meet the evolving needs of customers and stakeholders
Resource Coordination: Coordinate with various departments and teams to manage project resources effectively
Ensure that communication is maintained across all areas of the enterprise that impact the project's scope, budget, risk, and resources
Support to Senior Management: Assist Project Managers and Program Managers in identifying and prioritizing opportunities for utilizing IT to achieve the goals of the enterprise
Provide support in managing more complex, cross-functional projects when needed
Skills Required
Intermediate Professional Level: This role is suited for professionals at an intermediate level, typically responsible for managing one or more small to medium-sized, moderately complex projects
Experience in leading, assigning, and tracking project results is essential
Project Management Knowledge: Must possess advanced knowledge and proficiency in project management methodologies and tools, including resource management practices and change management techniques
Familiarity with standard project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA) is required
Coordination and Communication: Strong ability to coordinate and communicate effectively with project teams and stakeholders
Able to maintain clear and consistent communication across all project phases
Problem Solving and Adaptability: Ability to identify potential project risks and issues early, and to adapt plans to mitigate them
Capable of working under general direction and adjusting to changing project demands
Skills Preferred:
Experience with project management in a government or public sector environment
Familiarity with IT project management tools and practices specific to state or local government
Experience Required
Industry Experience: Typically has 5 years of IT work experience, including 3 or more years managing projects
Experience in coordinating medium-sized projects is expected
Project Management: Demonstrated experience in leading project teams and delivering projects on time and within budget, with moderate complexity
Experience Preferred:
Additional experience in a government or public sector setting, particularly in managing IT projects that involve multiple stakeholders
Earned valuable experience desired
Education Required:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field
Must have active PMP certification
Education Preferred:
Additional certifications in project management (e.g., CAPM) are desired but not required.
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Location: Montgomery, AL
Duration: 12+ months
Description:
The client’s Office of Information Technology is seeking a detail-oriented Project Management Specialist
This role is integral to the successful delivery of IT projects across the organization, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet the required quality standards
As a Project Management Specialist, you will be responsible for coordinating project activities, monitoring progress, and maintaining stability within project-oriented work efforts
This position is an excellent opportunity for someone who is ready to contribute to the State's IT initiatives by implementing project management processes and methodologies that will have a direct impact on the efficiency and success of the organization's projects
The role will be to engage in medium-sized projects that are moderately complex, working closely with project teams under the direction of a senior project or program manager.
Key Responsibilities
Project Coordination and Stability: Ensure overall coordination, stability, and status reporting of project-oriented work efforts
Maintain project schedules, track milestones, and ensure that projects are progressing as planned
Process Implementation: Establish and implement project management processes and methodologies for the IT department to ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and adhere to high-quality standards
Direct and monitor the daily work efforts of project teams, identifying resource needs, and performing quality reviews to ensure deliverables meet project requirements
Adjust project plans and resources to meet the evolving needs of customers and stakeholders
Ensure that communication is maintained across all areas of the enterprise that impact the project's scope, budget, risk, and resources
Provide support in managing more complex, cross-functional projects when needed
Skills Required
Intermediate Professional Level: This role is suited for professionals at an intermediate level, typically responsible for managing one or more small to medium-sized, moderately complex projects
Experience in leading, assigning, and tracking project results is essential
Familiarity with standard project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA) is required
Able to maintain clear and consistent communication across all project phases
Capable of working under general direction and adjusting to changing project demands
Skills Preferred:
Experience with project management in a government or public sector environment
Experience Required
Industry Experience: Typically has 5 years of IT work experience, including 3 or more years managing projects
Experience in coordinating medium-sized projects is expected
Experience Preferred:
Additional experience in a government or public sector setting, particularly in managing IT projects that involve multiple stakeholders
Earned valuable experience desired
Education Required:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field
Must have active PMP certification
Education Preferred:
Additional certifications in project management (e.g., CAPM) are desired but not required.
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