Short Description:
Project Manager directs, controls, administers, and regulates an enhancement or development program. PM is the individual ultimately responsible to the agency. The PM’s primary responsibility is to drive the entire effort from start to finish.
Complete Description:
Years of Relevant Experience: 5 -7
Preferred Education: 4 year college degree or equivalent technical study
Role Description:
All roles specified plus:
Prepares error-free documents and presentations
Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills
Must be highly organized and self motivated
Must have the ability to guide and facilitate large group meetings
Prior experience writing State RFP's is highly recommended.
Accountable for the approval and sign-off of the RFP with agency representatives.
Accountable for management of scope for the program and gaining agreement and approval of scope changes with agency representatives.
Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and agency representatives.
Manage and track progress against the program plan.
Serve as the primary point of contact for any matters concerning RFP.
Coordinate and present requirements document to agencies.
Identify and manage agency processes and define common end results (one way of doing business).
Responsible for project compliance with standards and procedures as defined by the OIT Project Management Office.
Responsible for the capture and recording of system requirements.
Accountable for the final RFP evaluation and review.
Communicate effectively with agency personnel.
Identify, track and address issues.
Skills:
Skill Required / Desired Amount of Experience
4 year college degree or equivalent technical study
Required 4 Years
Project Manager experience
Required 5 Years
Project Lifecycle experience
Required 5 Years
Develop and present Executive Management presentations and reports
Required 5 Years
Document issues across, and within, multiple agencies
Required 3 Years
Identify risks and strategies to alleviate
Required 3 Years
Develop, coordinate and present proposals with clear, precise requirements
Required 5 Years
Develop Request for Proposal (RFP) and Scope of Work (SOW) in accordance with State of NJ requirements
Required 3 Years
Interview User Agencies and document requirements
Required 5 Years
HR/Payroll/Timekeeping system implementation experience
Required 3 Years
Prior experience writing State RFP's
Desired