Project Manager 1 at nLeague

VRS Project Manager 1 (755197)

Job id: 755197

Department: VRS

Position: Project Manager 1

Location: 1111 East Main Street, Richmond, VA 23219

Duration: 6 Months

Job Description:

• This role involves coordinating the efforts of team members, consultants and managed service providers to deliver projects according to plan.
• The IT Project Coordinator also supports day-to-day management of IT budget and requisitions as needed.
• This role involves developing requirements, as-is, and future state process flows, and project documentation.
• The IT Project Manager is hands-on role and will support the Technology Services team in planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to deadlines and within budget.

Note from the manager:

• I'm looking for a Project Manager who can handle both project coordination duties as well as other PM responsibilities.
• The PM will be involved in supporting various initiatives, including infrastructure, service desk, imaging, and applications projects.
• This is a hands on role and encompass tasks such as documentation, project coordination, project management, cost-benefit analysis, and developing business cases, among others.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans to monitor and track progress.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and within budget.
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques.
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Report and escalate to management as needed.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Serve as a back-up to Senior IT Management Analyst responsible for day-to-day management of IT budget and requisitions.
• Execute other projects as assigned by the Manager.

Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Four years of proven working experience in project management or a similar role.
• Proficiency in project management software tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, JIRA, Trello).
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies, IT infrastructure and software development.