Certified Project Manager III

Mars Solutions Group

15d • Remote

About The Position

MARS Solutions Group is looking for an experienced Certified Project Manager III located in Madison, WI. Our client is a government agency looking for high-quality talent to make a difference. They are known to respect a traditional work week and often extend contracts for added job security and stability.   Note: POSTING IS FOR WISCONSIN BASED CANDIDATES ONLY (OR THOSE WILLING TO RELOCATE TO WISCONSIN WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE START DATE). Candidates that are NOT located IN WISCONSIN or NOT willing TO RELOCATE within that timeframe will NOT be considered and should not be submitted. Local candidates preferred. This position is currently remote. However, position status is subject to change. (90% remote 10% onsite as needed) Onsite work is not likely, but candidate should be prepared to come onsite if required. ALL WORK MUST BE DONE IN WISCONSIN   Project Details: Will provide project management support for the Preschool Development Grant: overseeing and tracking status of budget, grant deliverables, and working with internal and external stakeholders.   The client has identified a need for Certified Project Managers who will be responsible for managing and coordinating the development, management, and implementation of high-profile projects that support the client services provided to children and families.

Requirements

• Project Management (10 years)
• Development of Project Artifacts (plan, charter, status reports, etc.) (10 years)
• Prepare Written Reports (7 years)
• Strong Communication Skills (7 years)
• Prepare Executive Briefings (5 years)
• MS Project or equivalent (5 years)
• Must possess extensive knowledge and expertise in the use of project management methodologies and tools, resource management practices, and change management techniques.
• This is a management role with human resource management responsibilities (e.g., hiring, performance management).
• Manages one or more cross-functional projects of medium to high complexity.
• A more senior role, with responsibility for multiple large, complex projects with greater impact to the enterprise.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or other related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Project management certification or successful completion of a recognized project management curriculum is required.
• Typically has 10 to 15 years of IT work experience, including 4 or more years managing projects.
• Experience with projects in multiple technologies and functions.
• Project Management
• Written and Verbal Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Certified PMP certificate or recognized project manager curriculum is REQUIRED. Candidate will be required to provide certificate at time of submission to posting.
• Candidate MUST be physically located in the United States.
• Candidate must follow client work rules
• Candidate must be available to perform all work during the Central Standard Time (CST) business hours 9:00 am - 3 pm (or CST hours as defined by the hiring manager)
• Candidate will be required to provide their own equipment for this position

Responsibilities

• Project management functions across all assigned projects, including oversight of workplans, timelines, and evaluation efforts.
• External & internal stakeholder engagement - communicate project status to Department Management Teams, workgroups, providers, and advocacy organizations.
• Develop automated tools to streamline internal processes and make project development and execution efforts more efficient.
• Responsible for overall coordination, status reporting, and stability of project-oriented work efforts.
• Establishes and implements project management processes and methodologies for the IT community to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, adhere to high quality standards, and meet customer expectations.
• Responsible for assembling project plans and teamwork assignments, directing and monitoring work efforts on a daily basis, identifying resource needs, performing quality review; and escalating functional, quality, and timeline issues appropriately.
• Responsible for tracking key project milestones and adjusting project plans and/or resources to meet the needs of customers.
• Coordinates communication with all areas of the enterprise that impacts the scope, budget, risk, and resources of the work effort being managed.
• Assists program manager(s) in partnering with senior management of the business community to identify and prioritize opportunities for utilizing IT to achieve the goals of the enterprise.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees