Project Manager - Columbia

State of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Carolina's Department of Employment and Workforce is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead major technology initiatives across statewide education and workforce programs. You will oversee digital platform releases, manage budgets, and coordinate with Product Owners, educators, and workforce partners to deliver successful outcomes.

The role emphasizes stakeholder communication, risk mitigation, and adherence to project management best practices, with opportunities to guide

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of project management experience or at least 3 years in Government/public sector PM roles.
• Experience building SharePoint sites, libraries, and collaboration environments; experience developing Power BI dashboards or reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of digital platform releases and ongoing enhancement projects.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute projects within the department ensuring quality and methodologies are followed.
• Provide leadership to project teams and manage stakeholder communications and engagement.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Risk management

Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Tools

SharePoint

Power BI

Job description

About Us

Business is booming in South Carolina! Are you ready to be a part of developing and connecting the next generation of workers in this state? Year after year, experts pick our state as one of the best in the country for doing business. Just last year, South Carolina announced more than 8,000 new jobs and $9.12 billion in capital investment. Entrepreneurs are flocking to cities like Greenville, Charleston, Columbia, and Rock Hill to start and grow their businesses. And our hospitality industry is primed to take off as travelers from around the world continue to discover the beauty and accessibility of South Carolina’s mountains and coast.

Here at the South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce (DEW), we are laser-focused on connecting every jobseeker who comes through our doors with their next great career opportunity! Are you looking for a meaningful position at an agency brimming with optimism and camaraderie that also offers job security, affordable health insurance, great retirement benefits, and work-life balance? If so, continue reading to discover your chance to make a difference at DEW!

Job Description

Are you an experienced project manager ready to take on a new challenge? The Project Manager will report to the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) and support major technology initiatives that advance South Carolina’s statewide education and workforce efforts. This role oversees the full lifecycle of digital platform releases, manages ongoing enhancement projects, and partners closely with Product Owners, educators, workforce partners, and other stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes.

This role will develop project plans, coordinate activities, monitor progress, manage budgets, and ensure accurate documentation. The role involves adhering to project management best practices, identifying, and mitigating risks, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Intake, evaluate, and prioritize new initiatives based on stakeholder needs and analytics insights.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute projects within the Department of Employment and Workforce, ensuring they meet quality standards and adhere to established methodologies.
• Perform effective stakeholder management and communication, engaging with various internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide leadership and guidance to project teams, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging feedback and lessons learned.
• Organize, manage resources, and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Solve problems and make decisions efficiently.
• Communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Analyze problems, assess risks, and develop solutions.

Education and Experience

A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as business administration, project management, or a related discipline and at least 5 years of project management experience or at least 3 years of Government or public sector project management experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position.

Additional Requirements

Experience building and maintaining SharePoint sites, libraries, and collaboration environments. Experience developing Power BI dashboards, visualizations, or reports for project, program, or platform analytics. Occasional travel for stakeholder engagement or vendor coordination. Other duties as required.

• Experience managing digital platforms, portals, or product lifecycle operations.
• Experience in workforce development, education systems, or public-sector community engagement.
• Vendor and contract management experience.
• Strong skills in stakeholder communication, facilitation, and roadmap planning.
• Experience with data analysis, platform performance metrics, or operational analytics.