This contract position provides oversight, leadership, accountability, and project management functions for large strategic and complex projects supporting the Department of Information, Technology, and Budget (DTMB-MB) with high visibility at the Agency Executive level. These projects typically involve a large and diverse set of stakeholders, vendor participation, coordination of multiple parties, complex schedules, and significant integration with other systems. The role requires advanced experience managing complex projects, a significant degree of creativity, and considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This is a 12+ month contract role based in Lansing, Michigan.
Responsibilities
Provide oversight and leadership for large strategic and complex IT projects
Manage project accountability and ensure alignment with Agency Executive priorities
Coordinate multiple stakeholders, including vendors and internal teams
Develop and maintain complex project schedules and timelines
Manage project scope, budget, and resource allocation
Work independently with considerable latitude in decision-making and initiative
Oversee vendor participation and manage vendor relationships throughout project lifecycle
Ensure integration with other systems and cross-functional coordination
Qualifications
Required
Minimum of six years of professional experience as a project manager for IT software or infrastructure projects involving 50 or more team members
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Advanced experience managing Agile projects
Advanced experience managing scope, schedule, and project budget
Advanced experience with vendor management
Experience writing or participating in development of Statement of Work (SOW), Request for Proposal (RFP), or contracts
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Preferred
PMP Certification
