Job Description

The Senior IT Project Manager will play a crucial role in managing multiple complex and high-visibility enterprise projects. This position is primarily remote, with an optional in-office presence on Tuesdays. The ideal candidate will oversee the entire project lifecycle, ensuring successful project execution, high-quality deliverables, and superior customer service.

Company Culture and Environment

Working at ASET involves a commitment to process improvement initiatives and a strong focus on collaboration and team success. The environment is supportive, with an emphasis on communication and innovation.

Career Growth and Development Opportunities

This role provides opportunities for enhanced project management skills through hands-on experience in high-stakes projects, as well as the potential for influencing statewide IT strategies.

Detailed Benefits and Perks

• Flexible remote work arrangements with encouraged office visits
• Potential for career advancement within Arizona state government IT initiatives
• Exposure to a range of advanced technologies and methodologies

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Health benefits
• Opportunities for professional development

Why you should apply for this position today

This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within Arizonas state government IT landscape, driving significant projects that will shape the future of technology services in the region.

Skills

• Proactive orientation with strong problem-solving abilities
• Ownership and commitment to team success
• Ability to drive results and manage complex projects
• Strong customer service orientation
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Knowledge of PM methodologies (Waterfall, Lean, Kanban, Agile)

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple complex and high-visibility enterprise projects
• Serve as a project champion, articulating goals, objectives, and outcomes
• Facilitate team and stakeholder interactions, meetings, and communications
• Oversee project tasks, milestones, and deliverables
• Document and report on project management activities
• Guide teams in defining requirements and managing project backlogs
• Draft and manage project budgets and proposals
• Monitor and report on project progress and success criteria
• Define Statements of Work and specifications for requested services

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a project management or similar role
• Proven experience managing complex and high-visibility projects
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies
• Experience with stakeholder communications

Education Requirements

• Bachelors degree required
• PMP Certification required

Education Requirements Credential Category

• Bachelors degree in any field

Experience Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a project management role
• 1+ years of experience in gathering client/business requirements

Why work in Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix offers a vibrant culture, a growing tech scene, and a strong community feel, making it an attractive place for professionals in the IT sector. The citys warm climate, diverse activities, and opportunities for outdoor adventure enhance the work-life balance for residents.

Employment Type: Contractor
Education Level: Bachelor's degree

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (Hiring Companies ATS Questions):

1. Do you have a Bachelors degree in any field.

2. Do you have Active PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.

3. Do you have 3+ years of experience in a project management role utilizing formal PM processes/protocols.

4. Do you have Proven experience managing complex and high-visibility enterprise projects, including:

a. Do you have experience with Cloud technologies.

b. Do you have experience with Infrastructure modernization.

c. Do you have experience with Cybersecurity.

d. Do you have experience with Digitization.

e. Do you have experience with Enterprise-wide applications or managed partnerships.

5. Do you have strong understanding of project management methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile, Kanban, or hybrid approaches.

6. Do you have experience with gathering and documenting business/client requirements.

7. Do you have Skills in balancing priorities across multiple projects and sub-projects.

8. Do you have the ability to track and report on project success criteria, milestones, and deliverables.

9. Do you have hands-on experience with drafting and managing project budgets, including making recommendations for adjustments.

10. Do you have familiarity with enterprise project management tools and technologies for planning, monitoring, and reporting.

11. Do you have experience in guiding teams to define project requirements, stories, sprints, or backlogs.

12. Do you have knowledge of the full project lifecycle, from discovery through lessons learned, including documentation processes.

13. Do you have demonstrated ability to resolve risks, issues, or changes effectively during projects.

14. Do you have experience facilitating team and stakeholder interactions, meetings, and communications.

15. Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.

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