Certified Project Manager

TCI Technology Consulting Inc; Frankfort (KY); Remote; USD 68,880 - 71,635; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is seeking a Certified Project Manager for a long-term remote opportunity. The role involves coordinating project activities, managing risks, and ensuring compliance with contracts. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, PMP certification, and at least 3 years of relevant experience in IT project management. Strong communication and vendor management skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of managing IT projects successfully.
• Experience in vendor and contract management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage project activities.
• Interface with stakeholders including users, vendors, and team members.
• Track and report project risks and issues.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Vendor Management

Budget Management

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

PMP Certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Visio

Job description

Base pay range

$50.00/hr - $52.00/hr

TCI has an immediate need for a Remote Certified Project Manager. This is a long-term contract opportunity. This position requires US Citizenship.

Summary

The Certified Project Manager is responsible for coordination, planning, and organization of project activities.

Responsibilities

• Interface with all areas affected by the project, including end users, vendors, and project staff.


• Perform analysis and negotiation of project scope, budget, and schedule and perform management of the vendor contract.


• Assist with planning of resources for projects.


• Proactively manage and track project risks, issues, budget, and schedule.


• Keep business sponsors and management advised of project status.


• Ensure that applicable system design life cycle (SDLC) processes are being followed.


• Oversee vendor and project team members' work and deliverables to ensure compliance with contract.


• Experience in implementing Federal and/or State regulation changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of recent, relevant work experience.


• PMP Certification is required.


• 3+ years of experience successfully managing IT projects, collaborating across business and IT teams.


• Must be experienced in management of vendors and contracts for large scale information technology projects.


• Proficient in Microsoft Product Suites, (Word, Excel, Project, and Visio).


• Demonstrated ability to lead small to large size project teams.


• Prior experience managing issues, scope, quality, escalations, and risks.


• Proficient in standard project management tools and methodologies, excelling in Microsoft Project, and PMI methodologies.


• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to lead meetings, lead project teams, and communicate effectively at all levels within the project.


• Work performed in Eastern Time Zone.


• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology and Project Management

Industries

• Government Administration