Project Manager

About the Role

Our Client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead critical initiatives for the SCHOUSING project. The role will be based in Columbia, South Carolina, and will involve managing the full project lifecycle from solicitation to sunset of legacy applications. The Project Manager will collaborate closely with technical teams, business stakeholders, and agency leadership to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational objectives. This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of agency operations while working in a dynamic, fully onsite environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and manage all project management activities for agency-wide initiatives.
• Demonstrate expertise in both traditional and agile methodologies, ensuring team compliance with industry best practices.
• Control scope, schedule, and budget across multiple concurrent projects.
• Negotiate contracts, manage acquisition processes, and oversee implementation and migration of new services.
• Lead project status and review meetings, preparing comprehensive status reports for stakeholders and sponsors.
• Develop and maintain all project documentation, ensuring accuracy throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and implement continuous process improvements to enhance project delivery.
• Collaborate with technical teams to resolve issues and align project deliverables with technical requirements.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies, regulations, and security requirements.
• Support post-implementation reviews and facilitate knowledge transfer for legacy application sunset.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in a our client or large enterprise environment.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Strong knowledge of traditional project management frameworks (PMI, PRINCE2) and agile practices (Scrum, Kanban).
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Experience in contract negotiation, acquisition, and vendor management.
• Proficiency in project documentation, status reporting, and risk management.
• Valid PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
• Must be a current South Carolina resident; relocation not permitted.
• Ability to pass a 7‑year background check, credit check, and E‑Verify screening.

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Project or equivalent scheduling software.
• JIRA, Confluence, or similar agile project tracking tools.
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• SharePoint or other collaboration platforms.
• Contract management and procurement systems.

Work Schedule & Duration

• Contract length: 12 months, with potential extension.
• Start date: September 28, 2026.
• Work arrangement: Fully onsite at 300 C Outlet Pointe Blvd, Columbia, South Carolina.
• Candidate must be a current South Carolina resident; relocation not allowed.

Interview Process

The selection process includes a single onsite interview conducted by the agency’s hiring team. Candidates should be prepared to discuss their project management experience, methodology expertise, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Contract
• Duration: Approximately 12 months (with potential for extension)
• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States