Technical Project Manager

Public-Consulting-Group; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Consulting Group LLC is seeking a Consultant / Project Manager to provide PM services to public sector clients. You will lead project teams, manage deliverables, and coordinate with stakeholders across IT initiatives.

The role requires 5+ years PM experience in Agile and Waterfall, PMP preferred. The position is hybrid with travel to client sites in Arizona and beyond.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.
• 5+ years of IT project management experience using Agile and Waterfall.
• Arizona-based (must be based in Arizona).
• Strong MS Office skills, especially MS Project.
• Excellent business writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management and technical leadership on large IT programs.
• Oversee deliverables, status reports, and governance artifacts.
• Develop project plans, risk, communications plans and stakeholder registers.
• Coordinate budget and client communications.
• Support business development and proposals.

Skills

Project management

Agile methodologies

Waterfall

MS Project

Client interactions

Business writing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Job description

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S.—all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better. The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in three Canadian provinces and Europe. PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector. To learn more, visit www.publicconsultinggroup.com .Collaborating with our Technology Consulting team, you will help organizations streamline operations and achieve strategic goals to serve the public better. We provide the full spectrum of technology consulting services to help state and local agencies meet operational and program needs that enhance the lives of their user base.Services:Strategy, Architecture, Planning, and ProcurementBusiness EnablementBusiness SolutionsProject AssuranceConsultant / Project Manager will provide Project Management services to our public sector clients. The Consultant will work with the project team(s) to provide overall leadership and task coordination as well as direct responsibility for the deliverables and work products produced by the team(s). These deliverables and work products will be completed in accordance with our overall strategy, approach, and methodology.*Must be based in ArizonaRequired DutiesProvides project management and technical expertise on large-scale IT projectsOversee development of all deliverables, status reports and other work productsPlan and oversee all project work and develop/manage any potential organizational change management strategies or processes that might be neededProvide technical oversight of applicable vendor and/or client processes, methodologies, and tools to minimize risk and validate the applicable requirements, standards and best practices are being followed on the project.Perform technical reviews and assessments of vendor and/or client tasks, deliverables, and work products, including providing recommendations for risk mitigation and acceptance.Support the goals and outcomes of the project stakeholdersDevelop, manage, and update Project Plan and other project documents (e.g., Communication Plan, Risk Plan, Stakeholder Register, Resource Plan)Support the client and stakeholders in the planning and strategy discussions on the best approach for addressing risks and issues as they occur, in an effort to ensure that the project remains on schedule and within budget.Understand various software development life cycle methodologies and how they are usedParticipate in business development activities and assist with proposal developmentProvide management oversight of project budgetManage communications with clients, vendors, and project stakeholdersWillingness to learn IV&VOther Potential Duties:Perform IV&V tasks & develop IV&V reportsManage and track the IV&V findings (risk and issue) logPlay a support lead analyst role in the development of multiple IV&V deliverables.Mandatory Qualifications:Must be based in Arizona5+ years of overall IT industry experience5+ years of prior project management experience using both Agile and Waterfall techniques in IT related projects to include operations, infrastructure, and application development projectsStrong Microsoft Office applications skills, especially MS ProjectAbility to move projects forward within a specific timeline and budget while working at a detailed level.Ability to interact with various levels of management and with clients.Excellent business writing skills and ability to make presentations to various audiences.Preferred Qualifications:Arizona state agency experienceActive Project Management Professional (PMP) CertificationExperience in State Healthcare, Labor, and Child Support domains.Experience with risk management and mitigationExperience with IV&VActive Certified Scrum Master (CSM) CertificationOrganizational Change Management experienceAbility to understand both the service delivery system for programs which are administered by states and monitored by federal regulators.Ability to understand and be an expert in complex federal regulations and requirements.Education:Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree preferredThis position is hybrid with travel/onsite requirements. To be successful at PCG, you must:be available during your set working hourshave a safe, private, and distraction-free environment in which to complete your work, andbe able to give your full attention to the completion of your PCG job dutiesSome travel to the office or elsewhere may be required for team meetings, client meetings, etc. We are accepting applications on an ongoing basis until filled. Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.#LI-AH1#LI-remoteThe above is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or skills of personnel so classified.Compensation:Compensation for roles at Public Consulting Group varies depending on a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by applicable law, PCG provides a reasonable range of compensation for this role. In addition, PCG provides a range of benefits for this role, including medical and dental care benefits, 401k, PTO, parental leave, bereavement leaveAs required by applicable law, PCG provides the following reasonable range of compensation for this role: $78,000-130,000.#LI-AH1#LI-remotePCG does not sponsor newly hired foreign national workers for work authorization, including H-1B sponsorship.EEO Statement:Public Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to celebrating diversity and intentionally creating a culture of inclusion. We believe that we work best when our employees feel empowered and accepted, and that starts by honoring each of our unique life experiences. At PCG, all aspects of employment regarding recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, and social and recreational programs are based on merit, business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, marital, civil union, or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, citizenship status, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. PCG will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. PCG believes in health, equality, and prosperity for everyone so we can succeed in changing the ways the public sector, including health, education, technology and human services industries, work.