Lansing, MI EPMO - Project Manager 3

Duties:Establish and monitor project CONTROLLING methods to insure timely knowledge and awareness of changes to project cost, quality or schedule. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays in-person).

Job Title : EPMO - Project Manager 3
Location :- Lansing MI - Hybrid                                      
- Duration: 1 year with extension likely
- Hybrid: Resource will be working a hybrid schedule. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays in-person)
- Local candidates ONLY (candidate must be located within 2 hours of Lansing, MI at time of submission)

Duties:

• Establish and monitor project CONTROLLING methods to insure timely knowledge and awareness of changes to project cost, quality or schedule.
• Provide PLANNING, STAFFING and REPORTING to insure the successful completion of assigned projects according to the sponsor’s goals and objectives. 

• Planning, staffing and reporting should adhere to the Michigan SUITE Project Management Methodology and the Agency’s project prioritization process.
• Planning, staffing and reporting spans the entire lifecycle of the project from initiation to closeout.

• DIRECTS and coordinates the day to day activities, tasks and deliverables required from the project team according to the project plan.
• Perform miscellaneous functions as needed to contribute to the overall operation and objectives of the Department .

 Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
-           Thorough knowledge of Project Management principles, concepts and practices.
-           Thorough knowledge of system development methods used for the development of new systems and enhancements to existing information systems.
-           Thorough knowledge of advanced concepts and basic operating principles of data communications and information systems hardware and software.
-           Ability to work in a team environment involving matrix organizations.
-           Ability to resolve conflicting high-priority requirements.
-           Ability to communicate the needs of others effectively.
-           Ability to gather and analyze facts, draw conclusions, define problems, and suggest solutions. 
-           Ability to conduct training and informational sessions.
-           Ability to communicate effectively, build consensus, facilitate working sessions, and negotiate solutions and alternatives.
-           Ability to maintain favorable public relations and perform problem/issue resolution.
-           Knowledge of data infrastructure and governance basics
-           Previous government experience is a plus
-           Someone who has worked in multiple applicable roles (project manager, program manager, coordinator, executive, etc.) is a plus