Project Manager

TalentBurst; Richmond; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is looking for a Project Manager to implement the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS). This high-risk project requires expertise in project management, including an active PMP certification and documented experience. The candidate must demonstrate strong organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role is fully on-site in Richmond, VA, with no remote options available. Excellent communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Active PMP certification is required.
• Experience in similar high-risk projects should be highlighted.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Interact with stakeholders and project team members daily.
• Attend project meetings both virtual and in-person.
• Manage project performance metrics and data.

Skills

Project Management certification

Risk management

Microsoft Office Suite

Client-facing communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field

Project Management Professional certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Planview Enterprise One

Job description

Short Description: The Virginia Department of Elections (ELECT) is seeking a Project Manager for the implementation of the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS). This is a high-risk project; the position is on site only. Max Vendor Rate ***

The Virginia Department) is seeking a Project Manager for the implementation of the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS). SVRS is a statewide voter registration and election management system. This is a high-risk project and will require strict adherence to the requirements in this posting. This position is in office, the selected candidate will work at ELECT offices in Richmond, VA. There is no hybrid or remote option.

SVRS is a high-risk project with high visibility and significant complexity, therefore the SVRS Project Manager will be required to work in a fast-paced, potentially stressful environment. Relevant experience in similar environments should be clearly documented in the applicant’s resume.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Virginia Department of Elections (ELECT) is seeking a Project Manager for the implementation of the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS). SVRS is a statewide voter registration and election management system. This is a high-risk project and will require strict adherence to the requirements in this posting. This position is in office, the selected candidate will work at ELECT offices in Richmond, VA. There is no hybrid or remote option.

SVRS is a high-risk project with high visibility and significant complexity, therefore the SVRS Project Manager will be required to work in a fast-paced, potentially stressful environment. Relevant experience in similar environments should be clearly documented in the applicant’s resume.

DUTIES

• Daily interaction with stakeholders, project team members, and ELECT staff.
• Attendance at virtual and in-person project meetings daily.
• Management of project performance metrics and recording of data in CTP.
• Adhere to requirements of Commonwealth Project Management Standard.
• Work in conjunction with members of the ELECT SVRS project team.
• Oversee coordination of SVRS project calendar.
• Conduct briefings on SVRS project status to internal and external audiences, including the Interagency Oversight Committee.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Active Project Management Institute Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification. Please upload a copy in Vector or they will not be considered.
• Documented risk management experience.
• Successful completion of a Category 1 or 2 *** project of ***M or more, or completion of a non-COV project with a value greater than ***M as PM of record. (pls make sure their exp with this is HIGHLIGHTED on their resume)
• Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience.
• Familiarization with the Commonwealth Technology Portfolio highly desirable.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent client-facing and internal communications skills, written and verbal.
• Solid organizational skills and attention to detail.

SKILLS

Skill Required / Desired Amount of Experience Expertise Rating Move Completion of a Category 1 or 2 Commonwealth project of ***M or more, or completion of a non-COV project with a value greater than ***M as PM of record Required 10 Years Experience with Commonwealth Project Management (CPM) methodologies in large-scale projects (greater than *** million and medium to high complexity) Required 10 Years Active Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) or PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP) certification Required 10 Years Documented risk management experience Required 10 Years Bachelor's Degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience. Required 10 Years Review of PM qualification consistent with the VITA PMQR and CIO overview Required 10 Years Familiarization with the Commonwealths Technology Portfolio (CTP) tool, Planview Enterprise One Highly desired 10 Years Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project. Required 10 Years Self-starter with the ability to work with minimal direct supervision. Required 10 Years Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills. Required 10 Years Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Required 10 Years