Project Manager

About the Role

This role supports Our Client in the our client, leading the implementation of a new enterprise Project Management System and overseeing agency‑wide initiatives. The Project Manager will work within a collaborative PMO environment, partnering with technical and business stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with strategic goals. You will drive governance, reporting, and change‑management activities that directly impact public health service delivery across the state. The position offers a hybrid work model, allowing you to balance remote productivity with periodic onsite engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end delivery of large‑scale technology and business projects, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, risk registers, and issue logs, providing transparent status updates to senior leadership.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement, gathering requirements, and translating them into actionable deliverables.
• Oversee the rollout, configuration, and user adoption of the new Project Management System, including training and support.
• Produce and present portfolio dashboards and executive reports using data visualization tools.
• Implement project governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with agency policies and regulatory requirements.
• Drive organizational change management activities to promote smooth transitions and user acceptance.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams, managing resources and resolving conflicts to maintain project momentum.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 7 years of experience managing complex IT and business transformation projects, preferably in a our client or healthcare environment.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, hybrid) and best‑practice governance.
• Proven ability to lead stakeholder communication, facilitate workshops, and deliver training sessions.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with a focus on risk mitigation and issue resolution.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills; ability to produce clear executive‑level reports.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Public Health, or a related field; PMP or equivalent certification preferred.

Tools & Technologies

• Project Management Software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or comparable enterprise PM system).
• Collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and SharePoint for virtual meetings and document sharing.
• Data visualization and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
• Issue and work‑item tracking tools (JIRA, Azure DevOps, or comparable).
• Standard Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for documentation and presentations.

Work Schedule & Duration

• 12‑month contract with the possibility of extension.
• Hybrid work arrangement: remote work with onsite visits ranging from once per month to once per quarter, based on project needs.
• Candidate must be a current South Carolina resident; relocation is not permitted.

Interview Process

The interview process consists of two virtual interview rounds, typically conducted via Microsoft Teams. The first round focuses on behavioral and project‑management competencies, while the second assesses technical expertise and fit with Our Client’s culture.

Position Details

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