IT Project Manager - TS

SiloSmashers; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an IT Project Specialist to provide project management services for IT programs and initiatives. This role involves coordinating project activities, facilitating collaboration among team members, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in managing IT projects using Agile and Waterfall methodologies and expertise in stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in managing IT projects.
• 5 years of experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• 5 years of experience with Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities and timelines to ensure alignment.
• Facilitate communication among project team members and stakeholders.
• Monitor project deliverables to ensure they meet quality standards.

Skills

Project Management

Agile Methodology

Waterfall Methodology

Stakeholder Communication

Collaboration

Education

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Certified Associates in Project Management (CAPM)

Tools

Microsoft Office Tools

Job description

SiloSmashers, Inc. is a strategy, technology, and management consulting firm, founded in 1992, and located in Reston, Virginia. SiloSmashers delivers superior services and solutions to the public sector in the areas of project/program management, performance management, and IT security. The company provides innovative, collaborative business approaches, and proven methodologies that enable customers to break down organizational silos and optimize operational efficiency to achieve peak performance and mission success. Come join our team!

IT Project Specialist

The employee shall provide project management services towards facilitating the successful execution of IT programs, projects, and initiatives. ITSO IMT is responsible for managing multiple IT projects/initiatives across the organization using the Agile and Waterfall methodology. The employee must utilize their IT expertise coordinating project/initiative activities, tracking progress, and ensuring alignment with ITSO goals and objectives. The employee shall collaborate closely with project/initiative managers and cross-functional teams to define requirements, develop project/initiative plans, and establish timelines and milestones.

Additionally, the employee shall monitor project/initiative resources and risks, identifying potential issues and implementing mitigation strategies as needed.

The Employee shall perform the following:

• Coordinate project/initiative activities and timelines to ensure alignment with objectives and organizational goals.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among project/initiative team members and AOUSC offices.
• Maintain project/initiative documentation, including project plans, status reports, and other relevant records.
• Monitor project/initiative deliverables to ensure that they meet quality standards and fulfill requirements.
• Provide written recommendations on Government drafts of executive summaries and briefings.
• Provide recommendations and input on other content and presentations.

Minimum Experience:

• 5 years of experience in managing IT projects/initiatives of varying size and complexity from initiation to closure
• 5 years combined working Agile and Waterfall methodology
• 5 years of experience communicating and collaborating with stakeholders at various levels, including government executives, IT teams, and external partners
• 5 years of experience collaborating with cross-functional teams
• 5 years of creating and maintaining projects/initiatives documentation, including project plans, status reports, meeting minutes, and other relevant records
• 5 years of experience with Microsoft Office Tools such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Project, and Forms
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Associates in Project Management (CAPM) or equivalent is required.