Project Manager - CAI : Job Details

Project Manager

Req number:

R5824

Employment type:

Full time

Worksite flexibility:

Remote

Who we are

CAI is a global technology services firm with over 8,500 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager with portfolio experience to join our IT team. Previous experience as an employee or contractor in the Public Sector is required.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager with portfolio ​experience to join our IT team. This position will be full-time, salaried, and is a remote position , with quarterly travel required.

  The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT Project management, project quality assurance measures, organizational change management, team leadership, and a proven track record in setting up successful organizational processes and teams in a Project Management Office.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee project portfolio management, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and objectives. Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders regularly

• Directly project manage 1-2 technology projects, identifying best practices to share with other project teams for continuous improvement

• Develop standard project management deliverables

• Implement project strategies and plans, including resource, risk, and procurement plans

• Document and refine governance and project quality oversight processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness across projects

• Develop recommended Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and a PMO Maturity roadmap

• Increase the maturity level of IT project delivery by providing hands-on mentoring for staff. Provide leadership and direction to the project teams, promoting a positive and productive work environment

• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships within the technology division, serving as a trusted advisor and coach

• Lead organizational change management initiative for IT adoption of new project management processes.

What You'll Need:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in business, IT, or related field; or equivalent work experience

• Experience in federal, state or local government (city/county/regional) agencies, either as an employee or contractor

• Proven experience as a Project/Portfolio Manager or similar role

• Strong knowledge of project management principles and practices, ideally including IT project quality assurance practices

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability toinfluence without direct authority

Desired:

• Certification in project management methodologies (such as PPM, PMP, MPM or PgPM)

• Proficiency in project management software tools (JIRA and/or Microsoft Project strongly preferred)

• Experience and/or certifications in agile, ITIL, or six sigma methodologies

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards

• Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.

• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

The pay range for this position is $165,000 - $185,000 annually (USD). Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role receive paid time off and may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.​

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The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role receive paid time off and may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.