Project Manager - EPMO

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Manages and communicates project expectations to team members.
• Maintains a project management methodology based on the HHS Enterprise Performance Management Lifecycle (EPLC) Framework to standardize PM processes across HIS.
• Develops supporting project management tools that integrate CPIC, EA, EPLC, and FAC P/PM standards and principles to improve the overall understanding of IT project selections, planning, and execution.
• Manages and maintains project-related activities and deliverables for the DPMB IT project.
• Builds and maintains solid customer relationships and assures customer satisfaction with the successful execution of the project.
• Creates and maintains Project Management Plans including Work Breakdown Structures (WBSs), Project Charters, Change Management, Risk Management, and Communication plans.
• Provides support services of PMO, Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) Management team.
• Interfaces with internal project teams, management, customers and subcontractors, maintaining timely communications and collaborative rapport.
• Creates and coordinates projects in the Enterprise Portfolio Management Tool (EPMT).
• Effectively manages project scope, deliverables, cost, profitability, schedule, quality and resources.
• Develops IT project plans in Microsoft Project and within IHS tools to guide project execution and tracks milestones and deliverables.
• Communicates project plans, objectives, timelines, schedules, and responsibilities.
• Identifies and manages project dependencies and critical path, proactively manages scope changes, and communicates risks with mitigation plans.
• Evaluates CPIC program and provides recommendations for improvements.
• Oversees contractor personnel with technical expertise in system design, configuration, and operation.
• Collects metrics and prepares weekly/monthly status reports for management and clients.
• Coordinates project due dates, risks, issues, and deliverables.
• Provides cost and resource estimates for projects.
• Plans daily activities to maximize personal output.
• Provides Post-Implementation Review (PIR) six months after project rollout to gather lessons learned.

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain an IHS Public Trust Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS or a related field of study.
• Minimum of 10 years IT experience.
• Two or more certifications in PMP preferred.
• Experience with government contracting and procurement preferred.
• Ability to plan and oversee projects using project management software tools including MS Project and MS Project Server.
• Ability to effectively manage a geographically dispersed team.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Experience managing Federal government projects and operations in a consulting environment.
• Experience designing and documenting technical solutions.
• Fluency in technical issues and business processes such as procurement, finance, and budget.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to varied audiences.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Knowledge of business and user needs analysis, documentation, and system requirements.
• Advanced skills in requirements gathering, business process improvement, and emerging technologies.
• Detail-oriented with quick grasp of business needs.
• Ability to mentor and instruct others.
• Skilled in facilitating teamwork and coordinating efforts.

Nice to Have

• Experience with government contracting and procurement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years IT experience.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with immediate vesting.
• Family Planning/Fertility Assistance.
• STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D insurance.
• Legal-Aid Program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) including 11 Federal Holidays.
• Training and Development Opportunities.