Project Manager

Job Summary:

This role is for an experienced Project Manager to lead multiple complex IT enterprise projects within the Center for Shared Solutions (CSS) organization. The position requires strong leadership and communication skills to manage project activities, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope, following PMI-based methodologies and utilizing state-standard project management tools.

• Define project scope, duration, resources, and cost while determining the best approach to meet objectives.
• Manage project scheduling, tracking, issue resolution, risk management, change management, and status reporting.
• Follow the State Unified Information Technology Environment (SUITE) Project Management Methodology and System Engineering Methodology based on PMI and CMMI frameworks.
• Utilize project portfolio management tools such as Clarity, Microsoft Project, and Azure DevOps.
• Plan and coordinate work with IT teams and managers, designing and implementing project plans.
• Exercise independent judgment and initiative to accomplish goals with limited supervision.
• Oversee all aspects of projects, set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor progress.
• Prepare reports for upper management regarding project status.
• Maintain quality, productivity, and consistency in project delivery and direct corrective actions as needed.

• 5+ years of project management experience with enterprise IT initiatives.
• 5+ years experience with State of Michigan SUITE or equivalent PMI-based project management methodology.
• 5+ years experience with project and portfolio management tools including Clarity and Microsoft Project.
• 3+ years of Agile project management experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Associate's Degree or equivalent education.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication abilities.

• ITIL Certification.
• PMP Certification.

• Candidates must be located within a 90-mile radius of Lansing, MI at the time of submission.
• Hybrid work schedule requiring onsite presence two days per week from day one; no remote-only option.
• Candidate must provide valid Right to Represent and adhere to bid submission requirements.
• Interview process includes virtual and in-person rounds with identity verification.
• Assignment duration is one year with possible extension based on business needs.

• Full-time position with a 40-hour work week.
• Hybrid schedule requiring onsite attendance two days per week in Lansing, Michigan.