Project Manager (7774) - Morton

Position Title: Project Manager 
Position Status: 12-month contract with rolling extensions 
Schedule: HYBRID
Overview: Our client is looking for a Project Manager for a HYBRID position based out of Richmond, VA.                    
 
Responsibilities:

• Looking for a well experienced, detail-oriented, process driven, organized senior Project Manager to manage a large-scale technology project with our Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services.
• Looking for a detail-oriented, process-driven, organized senior IT Project Manager to manage a large-scale IT project in support of the Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services (DCLS).
• This resource will be responsible for overseeing implementation of the clinical and environment laboratory information management system(s) (LIMS), ensuring project is delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• You will collaborate closely with stakeholders across different departments to gather requirements, create and maintain documentation, provide RFP input, plan project timelines, allocate resources, and monitor progress.
• Clearly define roles and responsibilities, drive constructive and productive participation by all involved.
• Aggressively manage project tasks assuring work progresses according to schedule.
• Collecting requirements from a broad set of users and combining them into a comprehensive statement of requirements.
• Prepare documentation, obtain approval, and track all changes in project scope.
• Communicate project changes and events to stakeholders and senior management.
• Setting project goals and developing plans to meet those goals.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
• Manage multiple associated projects throughout the project lifetime to ensure success as defined by adherence to scope, budget, and timeline.
• Conduct regular project meetings and ensure comprehensive documentation of project progress and outcomes.
• Provides timely status reports to reflect project status, issues, and risks.
• Proactive identification of risks and impacts, and collaboration with customer and project team to address concerns.
• The position consults with the project team on all aspects of project management and ensures compliance with Commonwealth project management policies, standards, and guidelines.
• This is a hybrid telework position.

Requirements:

• 10 Years – Proven experience as an IT Project Manager.
• 7 Years – Significant experience in agile project management methodologies and waterfall methodologies.      
• 5 Years – Experience in Planview Enterprise 1 or similar Portfolio and Portfolio Management tools.   
• 7 Years – Experience in Azure DevOps or Agile Project Management tools.   
• 5 Years – Experience in RFP process.      

About Our Client: Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace by both policy and practice. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition. Employment and personnel practices conform to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding non-discrimination. While the Company is committed to following this principle in every facet of employment, all employees share in the responsibility to promote and foster a favorable work environment.