Description

The Project Manager will be instrumental in driving business and technology projects to completion while ensuring adherence to established budgets, business plans, processes, procedures, and requirements. This position requires the contractor to be onsite 3 days a week, focusing on project management governance for multiple current and future projects.

The PM will be accountable for generating project schedules, staffing needed resources, procuring vendor products and implementation services, and submitting funding requests as required. Additionally, the PM will manage delivery efforts and report status to Project Sponsors and the PMO Director, while being part of a PMO team responsible for all aspects of IT project governance, assessment, management, and control.

Company Culture and Environment

This role is embedded in a collaborative PMO team, highlighting a culture of governance, assessment, and control in project management. The environment requires transparency and clear communication across all stakeholder levels, fostering a supportive and proactive atmosphere.

Career Growth and Development Opportunities

The position offers opportunities to enhance skills in project management, stakeholder engagement, and governance structures, paving the way for future advancement within the organization.

Detailed Benefits and Perks

• Competitive pay rate of $61.80/hr on W2
• Hybrid work arrangement with a flexible schedule
• Opportunities for professional growth within the PMO team

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Hybrid working model

Why you should apply for this position today

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in managing impactful projects within a dynamic team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy tackling challenges while collaborating with various stakeholders, this position is perfect for you.

Skills

• Direct management of system integration projects
• Experience managing stakeholder expectations and priorities
• Familiarity with project governance structures and methodologies
• Strong planning, managing, and tracking capabilities for multiple major impact projects
• Excellent process development skills
• Strong gap analysis skills
• Exceptional project management skills with the ability to multitask
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and activities simultaneously

Responsibilities

• Drive business and technology projects to completion
• Adhere to project management governance on current and future projects
• Generate project schedules and identify staffing needs
• Complete procurement of vendor products and implementation services
• Submit funding requests as needed
• Report project statuses to Project Sponsors and PMO Director
• Gather and define requirements, build project plans, and maintain clear communications with stakeholders

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing system integration projects
• Demonstrated ability to work within a project governance structure
• Extensive experience with planning and tracking major projects
• Strong process development and gap analysis skills
• Excellent multitasking and project management abilities

Education Requirements

• Relevant field degree preferred but not explicitly stated

Education Requirements Credential Category

• Not specified in the job description

Experience Requirements

• Demonstrated experience working with business users to gather and document business requirements
• Proven track record of managing multiple projects under changing priorities

Why work in Des Moines, IA

Des Moines is known for its friendly community, affordable living, and a strong job market. The city offers a great quality of life with access to arts, culture, and outdoor activities, making it an ideal place to live and work.