Job id : PA-564802 (96090701)
Project Manager with GIS, Data Integration, MS Project, SharePoint, SQL, TFS, Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Records Management and Digitization Experience
Location: Harrisburg, PA (DHS)
Duration: 12+ months
Positions: 1 (1/3)
SkillRequired / DesiredAmountof Experience
Experience with formal project management methodologyRequired4Years
4 year college degree or equivalent technical studyHighly desired
GIS Software DevelopmentHighly desired4Years
Data Integration, Records Management and DigitizationHighly desired4Years
Third Party Management – Vendors and ContractorsHighly desired4Years
Experience with Commonwealth of PA Office of Information TechnologyHighly desired
MS Project, Excel, AccessRequired4Years
SharePoint 2013Required4Years
SQL 2012Required4Years
Microsoft TFSNice to have
Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall)Required4Years
Ability to manage staff and direct project teams to complete required tasks and activitiesRequired
Ability to effectively communicate cross-organization and work well in a small, fast-paced team environmentRequired
Demonstrated ability in handling, resolving, and communicating complex technical issues in real-time using strong analytical and communication skillsRequired
This position is based in Harrisburg, PA at the State Historic Preservation Office. The role requires a “hands on” PM to be able to execute project management fundamentals including, but not limited to, development of schedules, risk management, Contractor & Vendor Management, and the management of internal resources. The position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills for customer and executive level status reporting while also being able to technically contribute to installation, configuration, testing, and deployment of our software products.
Contractor’s responsibilities include but not limited to:
•Manage and lead PA SHARE projects which includes below initiatives:
oSoftware Development & Implementation of PA SHARE system
oRecords management and Digitization project
oData integration and migration from existing system to new system
•Manage project team’s daily activities and ensure the progress is on track
•Direct and manage assigned software development project plans and project lifecycles from beginning to end in a fast-paced dynamic environment
•Responsible for overall performance of the project team and internal resources, including design, development, testing and deployment
•Define and document project scope, goals, and deliverables that will support business goals in collaboration with management and stakeholders
•Identify, record, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle
•Effectively set and communicate project expectations in line with upper management and company stakeholders
•Work with project team to define success criteria project lifecycle members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion
•Work with Commonwealth Office of Information Technology (OAIT) technical team and advise the industry best practices to PA SHPO
•Effectively document and deliver progress reports to continually set and manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders
•Possess the ability to manage changes in project scope, identify potential issues and devise contingency plans
•Plan, schedule, track and communicate project timelines, milestones and deliverables using appropriate tools
•Manage software project budgets, track cost and labor, and provide leadership reports on actual vs budget
•Maintain working knowledge of all SHPO Technologies products and systems to be a subject matter expert
•Validate function of various system features
•Aid support team in finding problems in system operation and performance
•Support hardware and software issues during system development
•Educate and train internal departments and external customer about the products key features and service offering
Contractor Requirements:
•3-4 years of IT project management experience in below fields desired:
oGIS Software Development – COTS
oData Integration, Records Management and Digitization
oThird Party Management – Vendors and Contractors
•Experience with Commonwealth of PA Office of Information Technology
•Experience with Microsoft Project, Excel and Access – VBA (intermediate)
•Experience with SharePoint 2013 and SQL 2012. (intermediate)
•Experience with Microsoft TFS is a plus
•Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) required
•Motivated self-starter, who is comfortable working alone or in a team environment
•Analytical and demonstrate acute business skills
•Ability to manage staff and direct project teams to complete required tasks and activities
•Ability to effectively communicate cross-organization and work well in a small, fast-paced team environment
•Demonstrate Solid Client and Vendor management skills – excellent interpersonal skills
•Demonstrated ability in handling, resolving, and communicating complex technical issues with customers in real-time using strong analytical and communication skills
•Excel in negotiation skills/techniques with internal delivery teams or vendors to manage work execution
•Solid understanding of infrastructure and IT technologies
•Solid understanding of industry “best practice” standards
•Execute program plans by using tools identified in the planning phase and by auditing the results of their use to align the program outcomes with stakeholder expectations and standards
Contractor should work under the direction and supervision of the SHPO Bureau Director and availability to work five 7.5 hour days per week for 24 months. Excludes state holidays when the offices are closed, and days off as agreed upon by SHPO Bureau Director (sick, time off, etc.)