Software Project Manager – Orange County, CA

Sierra Cybernetics is seeking a Software Project Manager to work for us supporting our Orange County Superior Court government client.

The Superior Court wants to improve one of its processes by procuring a third-party software package for a new case management system (CMS) solution which will replace the current system with customization and data exchanges to other agency systems related to the process.

This is an 8+ month contract assignment, fully remote (but prefer West Coast time zone candidates).

The position is open to US citizens, green card holders, or H1-B candidates.

Key Responsibilities:

1.       ProjectPlanning:

• Developcomprehensiveprojectplansthatdefineprojectscope,objectives,deliverables, timelines, and resources required.
• Workwithstakeholderstoidentifyprojectrequirementsandconstraints.

2.       ExecutionandMonitoring:

• Leadproject teams and ensure the execution of tasks according to the project plan.
• Monitor projectprogress,trackdeliverables,andadjustprojectplansasneeded.

3.       StakeholderManagement:

• Collaborate with clients, team members, and other stakeholders to understand and manage expectations.
• Communicate projectstatus,issues,andriskstostakeholdersinatimelyandclear manner.

4.       Risk Management:

• Identify and assess project risks, develop risk mitigation strategies, and implement action plans to reduce or eliminate project risks.

5.       QualityAssurance:

• Establish and enforce project standards and ensure that project deliverables meet quality requirements.
• Conduct project reviews and implement lessons learned to improve future projects.

6.       Reporting:

• Prepare and present regular project status reports to stakeholders and senior management.
• Document and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

Qualifications:

• 5+ Year of proven experience as a Project Manager, with a successful track record of managing complex system integration and/or development projects from initiation to completion.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.
• Previous government experience preferred.
• Previous experience in an Azure environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of project management tools and methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to demonstrate and maintain professionalism when interacting with various levels of Court staff, project vendors, etc