Project Manager

Jobs via Dice; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Project Manager in Hartford, Connecticut, to lead cross-functional teams and drive impactful projects. The candidate will manage project plans, facilitate governance, and oversee vendor relationships while employing agile methodologies for effective project delivery. Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills are essential, along with a bachelor's degree and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in project planning and management.
• Experience with Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional project teams to meet objectives.
• Manage risks, project scope, and stakeholder communications.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-impact services.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Agile Adaptability

Risk Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in business or related field

PMP (Project Management Professional) certification

Tools

Monday.com

Microsoft Office Suite

JIRA

Confluence

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Requisition Name: Project Manager

Description

Project Execution. You excel in taking ownership and guiding projects from initiation to successful completion within complex and dynamic environments.

Agile Adaptability. You prefer a hybrid approach to project management, combining the strengths of planning and accountability, with the flexibility to adapt to change and deliver value in iterative cycles.

Leadership. You inspire and lead cross-functional teams, driving them to meet project objectives, encouraging innovative thinking, and ensuring stakeholder perspectives remain central to decision-making.

About The Role

The Project Manager will lead a cross-functional project team, driving meaningful change, and ensuring the delivery of high-impact digital services to the Client. The Project Manager will develop and manage project plans, establish effective project governance, manage vendors, facilitate meetings and agile ceremonies, provide regular status reports, identify and manage risks, and act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders.

Experiences Required For This Role

Project Planning & Management At least 5 years of experience and use cases with the following:

Defining project scope, objectives, and deliverables

Creating project plans, schedules, and timelines

Organizing and facilitating internal and external meetings

Preparing and distributing progress reports

Communicating plan deviations and implementing corrective actions

Establishing and managing a well-defined project management process

Championing continuous process improvement

Risk/Issue Management & Mitigation At least 5 years of experience and use cases with the following:

Identifying, tracking, and comprehensively documenting project risks and issues

Assessing potential impact of identified risks and issues

Developing and implementing effective mitigation strategies

Proactively addressing risks to minimize disruptions and maintain progress

Ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

Team Management & Team Building At least 5 years of experience and use cases with the following:

Fostering a collaborative and results-driven work environment

Holding teams accountable for commitments and ensuring alignment with project objectives

Removing roadblocks and impediments that hinder team progress

Leveraging organizational resources to improve team and individual capacity for project work

Managing vendor relationships and coordinating activities of third-party resources effectively

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

Project Management

Extensive experience in varying project management methodologies, including the ability to manage projects using Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, Scrum, or Kanban as appropriate

Expert in PPM (Project and Portfolio Management) tools such as Monday.com

Expert in Microsoft Office Suite and diagramming tools such as Miro or Visio

Proficiency in software development tools such as JIRA and Confluence

Ability to translate technical and design tasks into project plans, and effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Ability to successfully manage multiple projects concurrently

Performance in Complex Situations

Experience in managing stakeholder expectations and maintaining positive relationships

Expert in managing conflicts and resolving disputes among diverse stakeholders

Strong problem-solving skills, finding innovative solutions to move projects forward

Skilled in drawing out unexpressed dependencies, requirements, and expectations

Comfort in blazing a path through an ambiguous work environment

Judgement in dealing effectively and diplomatically with all levels of government staff

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Other Desirable Skills

A bachelor's or master's degree in business or related field

PMP (Project Management Professional) certification

3+ years of leadership experience

Experience with web management content systems such as SiteCore

Exposure to various technology platforms and services, including Salesforce, MuleSoft, Azure, Power Platform, ForgeRock, and Google Analytics

Administrative Considerations

The Project Manager may work on multiple projects simultaneously, leading a cross-functional project team to meet project objectives. The scope of assignments may evolve, either scaling down or expanding, as projects progress through different phases. The contract employee shall be expected to maintain and provide written documentation on any work performed in conjunction with this engagement.

The engagement will be for a term of up to 12 months. All work will be performed in eight (8) hour shifts, Monday to Friday, excluding State holidays. Consultant must be available and working during core state working hours, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM Eastern Time. Some liberty may be given to flex daily hours up or down based on business need, not to exceed a total of 40 hours per week. .

Consultant must be willing and available to travel into the office as requested or needed. If workflow dictates an on-site presence is not needed, consultant may work remotely. Consultant must be on camera during virtual meetings. Travel to various state offices may be required. State Agencies are located in downtown Hartford and the Greater Hartford area. Local Travel Reimbursement is not provided.

The contractor must provide their own laptop, webcam, and high-speed internet (if working remotely) to perform their duties. All software licenses and access will be provisioned by the client

Information accessible by the contractor may be sensitive, confidential, or subject to the Privacy Act and/or HIPAA considerations. Contractor personnel must be familiar with and comply with the provisions of appropriate regulations and/or instructions. Signing of a confidentiality agreement will be required. Daily sign-in to the facility may be required. The contractor employee must always display an access badge while present in state facilities. A background check will be required.

Estimated Duration: 07/01/2025 - 06/30/2026

Position Location: Remote

Address: 450 Columbus Blvd., Suite 1202 Hartford, Connecticut 06103

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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