IT Project Manager

• Location: Madison, WI
• Work Model: Hybrid; Flexible Onsite Requirements
• Employment Type: Contract - W2 (Not open third parties, C2C inquiries, etc.)
• Contract Duration: Six-month contract
• US Citizenship or US Permanent Resident Status Required

Summary
Our client is looking for a contract IT Project Manager to join their team! In this role, you will oversee complex projects, manage resources, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful system implementations and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Manage resources and activities to ensure project deliverables are met on time and within budget while delighting customers, identify project risks, and set timelines to meet customer expectations 
• Lead and meet with the project team to review the scope of work and create a project plan, scheduling recurring internal and customer-facing meetings as needed during project implementation
• Maintain documents critical to project implementation, track progress, and provide status updates using MS Project
• Identify changes to initial SOW and work with customers and operations to implement proper change management processes, integrating the customers' business requirements into operational frameworks 

Requirements

• 5+ years of overall professional work experience
• 5+ years of project management experience in an IT development, along with exposure to all phases of at least one life cycle process model
• Proficiency with software development methodologies, project management practices, and relevant tools
• Ability to apply effective problem-solving techniques and lead teams successfully
• Experience in system testing, vendor product solicitation and selection, and relationship management with external partners
• Familiarity with quality management and improvement strategies
• Comfortable working nights and weekends for system implementations and issue resolution
• Ability to travel for company business and professional development
• Knowledge of System Development Life-Cycle (SDLC) methodologies such as Waterfall, Rapid Application Development, or Agile SCRUM
• Skilled in various project management tools (e.g., Work Breakdown Structure, Organizational Breakdown Structure, Gantt charts, and resource schedules)
• Experience using the Critical Path Method (CPM) to identify and mitigate project schedule risks
• Strength in writing and presenting complex proposals and information to diverse audiences
• Experience initiating and promoting organizational, process, or policy changes

Education/Certification Requirements

• None

Preferred Requirements

• A Bachelors degree with STEM focus preferred

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change.

About Us
At Envision, we are dedicated to bridging the gap between exceptional talent and leading organizations nationwide. Our mission is to transform the workforce landscape into a seamless and efficient hiring experience for both candidates and employers. With a robust portfolio of services, including strategic talent consulting, direct hire, and temporary staffing solutions, we empower businesses to build dynamic teams that drive success.

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