Job ID: MI-142241 (910790506)
Hybrid/Local Govt PM/Strategist (PMP/CSM/CQA) with IV&V experience
Location: Lansing, MI (DTMB)
Duration: 12 Months
Pre-screening Questions Must.
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum 5 years of IT project management experience, preferably supporting large, complex
technology initiatives.
Minimum 5 years providing Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) or equivalent quality
assurance services.
Demonstrated experience supporting high-visibility, politically sensitive projects in a public sector
or highly regulated environment.
Strong understanding of project management frameworks (e.g., PMI’s PMBOK), risk management
practices, and quality assurance principles.
Excellent analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prepare professional-grade reports and executive briefings.
Proven ability to assess project health objectively and recommend actionable solutions.
Education and Certifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Project Management, or a
related field (required).
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred).
Additional certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) are
a plus.
POSITION DUTIES:
Conduct IV&V activities across assigned DTMB projects, ensuring objective, independent
assessment of project health, deliverables, and compliance with DTMB standards.
Review key project documentation, including charters, project management plans, schedules, risk
registers, and contracts.
Evaluate deliverables for quality, completeness, and adherence to requirements.
Identify risks, issues, and deficiencies early, and recommend mitigation strategies.
Monitor project progress against scope, schedule, budget, and quality metrics.
Develop and deliver:
o IV&V Service Plans for assigned projects.
o Monthly Project Health Assessment Reports.
o Independent Deliverable Review Assessments.
o Risk and Issue Logs with mitigation recommendations.
o Executive Briefings for Steering Committees and leadership as needed.
o Final IV&V Summary Reports at project closeout.
Collaborate with project managers, agency stakeholders, and executive sponsors while maintaining
independence of judgment.
Ensure all reports and documentation meet DTMB’s quality standards and templates.
Pre-screening Questions – Posting #142241.docx
SOMI Candidate Cover Sheet.docx