Project Manager 4, Richmond, VA, US

Intellibee; Richmond; On-site; GBP 67,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a skilled Project Manager to oversee the statewide Voter Registration System project. This role demands strong leadership in a fast-paced environment, requiring effective engagement with multiple stakeholders and rigorous project performance management. Candidates must have an active PMP certification and experience managing large-scale projects immediately relevant to the Commonwealth of Virginia framework. The position requires a bachelor's degree and excellent communication and organization skills.

Qualifications

• Active PMP certification is required.
• Experience managing projects of $5M or more is essential.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Interact with stakeholders and project team members daily.
• Manage project performance metrics.
• Conduct briefings on project status to audiences.

Skills

Active Project Management Institute Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Completion of a Category 1 or 2 Commonwealth project of $5M or more

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent client-facing communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

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.

SVRS is currently undergoing development. The duties of the SVRS Project Manager will include:

• 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.

The required education and experience for this position are as follows:

• Active Project Management Institute Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification. Please upload a copy in Vector or they will not be considered.
• Successful completion of a Category 1 or 2 Commonwealth of Virginia project of $5M or more, or completion of a non‑COV project with a value greater than $10M 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.

Skill Matrix:

• Completion of a Category 1 or 2 Commonwealth project of $5M or more, or completion of a non‑COV project with a value greater than $10M as PM of record – Required 10 Years
• Experience with Commonwealth Project Management (CPM) methodologies in large‑scale projects (greater than $10 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 Commonwealth’s 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