Complete Description:
DCRA Has an immediate opening for a Project Manager to manage multiple software development and implementation projects. Projects include new development and integration of various Software systems and activities need to be coordinated with multiple agencies.
The candidate will coordinate with program managers who have operational responsibility for these systems and the other agency IT staff as needed.
Works with functional teams and technical teams, manages vendor/client relationship, and develops work plans for migration projects and implementations.
Identifies and manages risk.
Generates detailed status reports. May work with business owners of multiple agencies in developing requirements.
Create and maintain project schedules and related project documentation and follows up with appropriate staff. Reports status to management.
Behavior Characteristics:
Able to work comfortably with minimal supervision; able to work in a fast paced IT environment with quickly changing priorities.
Able to balance resources to achieve maximum productivity in a fast paced environment.
Skills:
Skill
Required / Desired
Amount
of Experience
Expertise Rating
Software Development Life Cycle Project Management
Required
8
Years
3 - Expert
Project Management tools (MS Project, Visio, Excel, SharePoint)
Required
8
Years
3 - Expert
Excellent written and oral presentation skills
Highly desired
6
Years
3 - Expert
Excellent written and oral communication
Required
8
Years
3 - Expert
Technical experience in implementing .NET based web applications
Nice to have
6
Years
2 - Proficient
Risk Analysis
Required
5
Years
3 - Expert
Technical Project management experience
Required
8
Years
3 - Expert
Experience in Agile methodology
Highly desired
3
Years
3 - Expert
Experience in managing SW Operational/maintenance Prrojects
Required
5
Years
3 - Expert
Bachelor's Degree
Desired
Candidate must bring his own laptop. Client or vendor will not be providing it.