Sr. IT Project Manager in Tumwater, Washington - #67130 | VanderHouwen

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Job Id: 67130

Sr. IT Project Manager
Our client is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to support a public sector technology services division in modernizing its Roadway Inventory and Linear Referencing System data and Performance Monitoring System reporting tools. This position will leverage expert-level project management skills, specifically in Geographic Information System (GIS) technology and process modernization, to lead the migration from a mainframe platform to a GIS-based system.

This role is mostly remote with occasional office visits in Tumwater, Washington. Open to candidates who reside within the state of Washington.

Senior IT Project Manager Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead project manager for the technology services division, guiding the modernization of the Roadway Inventory and Linear Referencing System and Performance Monitoring System reporting tools.
• Utilize expertise in GIS technology and process modernization to oversee the migration from a mainframe-based system to an integrated GIS solution, incorporating data from multiple public road sources.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive IT project management documentation deliverables in alignment with PMBOK standards for enterprise-scale technology system acquisition and implementation projects.
• Lead cross-functional teams using Agile project management methodologies, managing sprints, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring project delivery within scope, budget, and timeline.
• Facilitate the transition of manual processes to digital systems, utilizing APIs and other data integration solutions to ensure seamless interoperability between new and existing platforms.
• Coordinate in-person work sessions at the organization’s offices in Tumwater, WA, up to a week at a time, approximately every three months, to gain insights into existing processes and information resources.
• Manage communication with internal and external stakeholders, providing regular project updates, addressing risks, and ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.

Senior IT Project Manager Qualifications:

• Minimum of ten years of experience as a Lead Project Manager with hands-on expertise in developing IT project PMBOK documentation for large-scale technology acquisitions and implementations.
• At least eight years of experience in Agile project management methodologies, leading cross-functional teams, managing sprints, and ensuring successful project delivery.
• Minimum of six years of direct experience managing GIS technology projects, implementing enterprise-level geographic information system solutions.
• Demonstrated experience in managing projects that involve migrating manual processes to digital systems and integrating data through APIs or other interoperability solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, MS Project, and Visio, with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred:

• Experience with IT Project Management oversight involving public sector technology standards, policies, and guidelines.
• Background in leading projects that modernize transportation systems, specifically involving ESRI’s GIS technologies.
• Previous project management experience with public sector IT initiatives.
• Experience creating RFI, RFP, and RFQ documents for technology procurement.
• Experience in transitioning applications to modern SaaS or COTS solutions.
• Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMI-PMP).
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification is a plus.

Compensation: (DOE)

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