Project Manager

Job Title: Project Portfolio AnalystDuration: 6-12 month contract to hirePay: 60-70/hr W2Location: 5 days onsite, Chicago, ILSummaryJoin a dynamic organization as a Project Portfolio Analyst, where you will play a critical role in establishing and enhancing best practices for IT project and portfolio management.RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred7+ years of IT project management experience, including project planning, execution, and stakeholder managementPMI/PMP certification or equivalent preferredProven experience developing and implementing project management methodologies, policies, and governance processesExperience with project and portfolio management tools such as Microsoft Project or similar platformsKnowledge of healthcare IT or hospital information systems is a plusResponsibilitiesEstablish, implement, and continuously improve project and portfolio management best practices, policies, and proceduresDefine project scope, goals, deliverables, and success metrics in collaboration with leadershipManage projects throughout their lifecycle, from planning to post-implementation reviewDevelop detailed project plans, schedules, resource estimates, and status reportsTrack key performance indicators, monitor project progress, and adjust as needed to ensure successful delivery within scope, schedule, and budgetIdentify and mitigate project risks, scope changes, and potential issues#DICE#ZR-PRO