Project Manager

Zenfreed, LLC; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Job summary

Zenfreed, LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Project/Program Manager to lead multiple IT enterprise programs and projects in support of the Center for Shared Solutions (CSS). You will manage complex IT initiatives, including call center solutions, following PMI-aligned practices and SUITE/SEM methodologies.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and a proven track record in enterprise IT project delivery.

Qualifications

• 10 years: Strong Leadership and communication skills.
• 5 Years: Project management experience with Enterprise IT Initiatives.
• State SUITE or equivalent Project Management Methodology based on PMI.
• Project and Portfolio management System e.g. Clarity, Microsoft Project

Responsibilities

• Provide Enterprise program/project management for project activities to ensure that the program/project is completed on time, within budget and within scope.
• Thorough understanding of IT Infrastructure Technology and a good understanding of industry standard processes related to IT infrastructure.
• Define program/project scope, duration, resources and cost, as well as the best course of action/approach to attain the project objectives.
• Provide project management for project scheduling, tracking, issue management, risk management, change management, and status reporting.
• Follow the State Unified Information Technology Environment (SUITE) Project Management Methodology (PMM) and System Engineering Methodology (SEM), based on PMI framework and SEI’s CMMI framework.
• Utilize the State’s Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tool (Clarity and Azure DevOps) on all projects.
• Plans and coordinates work with teams. Designs and implements project plans.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• A significant degree of creativity and latitude is required.
• Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment
• Self-directed and independent. Responsible for the coordination and completion of projects.
• Oversees all aspects of projects. Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors and summarizes progress of project.
• Prepares reports for upper management regarding status of project.
• Creates a structure and organization for the management of a complex environment with emphasis on quality, productivity, and consistency.
• Directs corrective actions in any area where performance falls below objectives

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Team coordination

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Clarity

Azure DevOps

Microsoft Project

Job description

• Minimum Education Requirement Associate's Degree
• City Lansing
• Country United States

Job Description

Experienced Project Manager for managing multiple complex IT Enterprise Projects with strong communication skills to work at all levels of organization. Follows project management industry practices based on PMI.

This position is for an experienced Program/ Project Manager to lead multiple Information Technology (IT) programs and projects supporting DTMB – Center for Shared Solutions (CSS) organization.

Projects/programs are primarily complex enterprise initiatives related to IT implementation and maintenance of Call Center solutions.

Job Duties

• Provide Enterprise program/project management for project activities to ensure that the program/project is completed on time, within budget and within scope.
• Thorough understanding of IT Infrastructure Technology and a good understanding of industry standard processes related to I T infrastructure.
• Define program/project scope, duration, resources and cost, as well as the best course of action/approach to attain the project objectives.
• Provide project management for project scheduling, tracking, issue management, risk management, change management, and status reporting.
• Follow the State Unified Information Technology Environment (SUITE) Project Management Methodology (PMM) and System Engineering Methodology (SEM), based on Industry standard PMI framework and SEI’s CMMI framework.
• Utilize the State’s Project Portfolio Management (PPM) tool (Clarity and Azure DevOps) on all projects.
• Plans and coordinates work with teams. Designs and implements project plans. Generally, work with other IT managers and IT technical teams. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• A significant degree of creativity and latitude is required.
• Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment
• Self-directed and independent. Responsible for the coordination and completion of projects.
• Oversees all aspects of projects. Sets deadlines, assigns responsibilities, and monitors and summarizes progress of project.
• Prepares reports for upper management regarding status of project.
• Creates a structure and organization for the management of a complex environment with emphasis on quality, productivity, and consistency.
• Directs corrective actions in any area where performance falls below objectives

Requirements

10 years:

• Strong Leadership and communication skills

5 Years:

• Project management experience with Enterprise IT Initiatives
• State of Michigan SUITE or equivalent Project Management Methodology based on PMI
• Project and Portfolio management System e.g. Clarity, Microsoft Project

3 years:

Desired Skills

• ITIL Certification
• PMP Certification
• Associate's Degree

Location

• Local candidates: Candidates must be within a 90-mile radius of Lansing, MI at the time of submission.
• Positionis a hybrid schedule withNO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week.
• Working hoursMonday-Friday, approximately 8:00 a.m. to5:00 p.m.

Additional Requirements

• Must be authorized towork in the United States; We are unable to offersponsorships at this time
• Must undergo a background checkand drug screening for employment.

Employment Terms

• This is a W2 position
• HYBRID schedule -NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week.

AtZenfreed, we are more than an IT company. We bridge thegap between people wanting to do the work they were meant to doand organizations needing the right talent.

We are dedicated to building a diverse,inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excitedabout this role but your past experience doesn’t alignperfectly with every qualification in the job description,we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the rightcandidate for this or other roles.

We understand a comprehensive benefits package is crucial toemployment satisfaction. We offer medical, dental and vision coverageoptions for all employees.