Project Manager(Technical Strategist/Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V))

Jobs via Dice; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 82,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Project Manager with expertise in Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) for the Michigan Department of Technology. This pivotal role demands extensive IT project management experience to oversee the IT Investment Fund portfolio and ensure compliance and quality across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of IT project management experience required.
• 5+ years providing IV&V or equivalent quality assurance services.
• Experience supporting high-visibility, politically sensitive projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct IV&V activities across assigned DTMB projects.
• Provide Independent Verification and Validation services for selected projects.
• Assess project health, risk management, and deliverable quality.

Skills

IT project management

Independent Verification and Validation

analytical skills

communication skills

project health assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's Degree in Project Management

Job description

Project Manager(Technical Strategist/Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V))

Project Manager(Technical Strategist/Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V))

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Job Description: Scope:

• The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) administers the IT Investment Fund (ITIF), a legislative appropriation that provides funding for critical IT modernization, cybersecurity, innovation, and infrastructure projects across client agencies.
• Given the scope, visibility, and complexity of these initiatives, DTMB requires strong portfolio oversight and independent assurance activities to ensure successful project delivery.
• Within DTMB, the Enterprise Portfolio Management Office (EPMO) operates the State Unified Information Technology Environment (SUITE), which provides standards, methodologies, and governance support across Project Management, Systems Engineering, and Investment Management practices.
• As part of this structure, the Investment Management program within the SUITE team is specifically responsible for administering the ITIF portfolio, overseeing investment governance processes, portfolio-level reporting, and project performance monitoring
  
  

Roles/Responsibilities:

This staff augmentation resource will be embedded within the SUITE Investment Management team and will play a critical role in:

• Providing Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) services for selected ITIF-funded projects.
• Assessing project health, risk management, deliverable quality, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Identifying risks and opportunities for escalation to the EPMO and DTMB executive leadership.
• Supporting proactive oversight and risk mitigation efforts at both the project and portfolio level
• The role is designed to strengthen DTMB's ability to deliver transformational projects successfully while maintaining public trust, fiscal responsibility, and operational excellence.
• Duties:
• Conduct IV&V activities across assigned DTMB projects, ensuring objective, independent assessment of project health, deliverables, and compliance with DTMB standards.
• Review key project documentation, including charters, project management plans, schedules, risk registers, and contracts.
• Evaluate deliverables for quality, completeness, and adherence to requirements.
• Identify risks, issues, and deficiencies early, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project progress against scope, schedule, budget, and quality metrics.
  
  

Develop and deliver:

• IV&V Service Plans for assigned projects.
• Monthly Project Health Assessment Reports.
• Independent Deliverable Review Assessments.
• Risk and Issue Logs with mitigation recommendations.
• Executive Briefings for Steering Committees and leadership as needed.
• Final IV&V Summary Reports at project closeout.
• Collaborate with project managers, agency stakeholders, and executive sponsors while maintaining independence of judgment.
• Ensure all reports and documentation meet DTMB's quality standards and templates.
  
  

Mandatory Skills:

• 5+ years of IT project management experience, preferably supporting large, complex technology initiatives.
• 5+ years providing Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) or equivalent quality assurance services.
• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field required.
• Demonstrated experience supporting high-visibility, politically sensitive projects in a public sector or highly regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of project management frameworks (e.g., PMI's PMBOK), risk management practices, and quality assurance principles.
• Excellent analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare professional-grade reports and executive briefings.
• Proven ability to assess project health objectively and recommend actionable solutions
  
  

Desirable Skills:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA).

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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