Project Manager

IT Resources; Oklahoma City (OK); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

IT Resources in Oklahoma City seeks an experienced Project Manager for a 12‑month contract with renewal options. You will lead projects from initiation to closure, coordinating cross-functional teams and managing scope, schedule, budget, risks, and vendor relationships in a hybrid work setting.

The ideal candidate has strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills and can manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment, with experience in Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects using Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid methodologies.
• Strong proficiency with project management tools, including Microsoft Project.
• Working knowledge of PMBOK Guide and its best practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead medium to highly complex projects through all phases of the project lifecycle.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, budgets, resources, and success criteria.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure alignment among stakeholders.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Manage project changes and implement change management practices.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, status reports, dashboards, and KPIs.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders, subject matter experts, vendors, and project teams.
• Manage vendor relationships, deliverables, and contract-related activities.
• Monitor project performance and escalate issues as needed.
• Conduct gap analyses and root cause analyses to improve results.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, contractual, and organizational requirements.
• Lead meetings, workshops, and facilitation sessions with diverse stakeholders.

Skills

Waterfall

Agile

Hybrid

Microsoft Project

Stakeholder management

Education

PMP certification preferred

Tools

PMBOK Guide

Job description

Project Manager (Contract with potential Renewals)

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver medium to large-scale projects from initiation through completion. This role is responsible for driving project success by coordinating resources, managing stakeholders and vendors, mitigating risks, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills who can effectively manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Duration: 12-month contract with the option to renew
• Schedule: 40 hours per week
• Work Hours: Typically performed between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
• Overtime: Not approved
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid
• Minimum of 3 days per week onsite
• Additional onsite days may be required based on project needs

Interview Process

• One interview round conducted virtually or in person with selected candidates

Key Responsibilities

• Lead medium to highly complex projects through all phases of the project lifecycle using appropriate project management methodologies and tools.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, budgets, resources, and success criteria.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure alignment among stakeholders throughout project execution.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, issues, and dependencies.
• Manage project changes and implement change management practices aligned with organizational standards.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, status reports, dashboards, and key performance metrics.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders, subject matter experts, vendors, and project teams.
• Manage vendor relationships, deliverables, and contract-related activities.
• Monitor project performance and escallate issues as needed to ensure successful outcomes.
• Conduct gap analyses, root cause analyses, and recommend solutions to improve project results.
• Ensure project deliverables comply with applicable regulatory, contractual, and organizational requirements.
• Lead meetings, workshops, and facilitation sessions with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Support project implementation, transition, closure, and lessons learned activities.

Required Qualifications

• Experience managing projects using Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid project management methodologies.
• Strong proficiency with project management tools, including Microsoft Project.
• Working knowledge of project management best practices and standards, including the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience managing vendors, project budgets, timelines, and cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional project management certification (such as PMP®) preferred.
• Experience working in regulated environments or within large, complex organizations is a plus.

Why Join Us?

This opportunity offers the chance to lead impactful projects, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to meaningful organizational initiatives while working in a flexible hybrid environment.