Project Manager

Tasks:

A. Prepare Project Management Plans (PMP)

• Must cover a detailed scope of services, including elements such as staffing, governance, risk, communication, and change management.
• Submit plans to the Department’s Contract Manager for approval.

B. Review and Update PMP

• Ensure regular review and submission of changes to the Contract Manager. Follow an established change management process.

C. Legislative and Operational Documentation

• Prepare key project documentation such as Legislative Budget Requests (LBR), Statements of Work (SOW), and Operational Work Plans (OWP).

D. Schedule Management

• Develop and submit a detailed MS Project (or equivalent) schedule, accounting for project team availability and clear task management.

E. Monitor and Update Schedule

• Regularly review the project schedule and provide updates or risks to the Contract Manager.

Minimum Qualifications for the Candidate:

1. Strong communication skills.
2. PMP certification is required.
3. 10+ years of IT industry experience .
4. 7+ years of project management experience .
5. Experience with Agile methodologies .
6. 5+ years managing projects according to PMI/PMBOK standards .
7. 3+ years developing program/project strategy .
8. 3+ years managing large, cross-functional software projects .

Preferred Experience:

1. Familiarity with Florida PALM project and FLAIR data .
2. Experience in managing projects that involve multiple legacy systems .
3. Competency in handling Agile Methodologies , JAD sessions , and LBR/SOW/OWP .
4. Experience working with State Purchasing and Information Technology processes in Florida.

Educational Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems, or relevant IT work experience (5 years minimum).