Summary:
We’re in search of an experienced PMP
Project Manager (Certified), to work within the Cabinet’s PMO, guiding and
mentoring project managers across divisions. The role focuses on enforcing
and enhancing PMO methodologies, tools, KPIs, and governance processes
while ensuring projects follow standards.
It also involves training, auditing, reporting, and driving continuous
improvement to achieve higher project maturity and performance.
Here
are some of the specific details:
Job Title: Project Manager (PMP Certified)
Location: Frankfort, KY
Duration:
Long-term Indefinite Contract
Job
Description:
Currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of a PMO Project
Manager - Certified for our CABINET OATS. This position is housed within
the Cabinet of Health and Family Service - Office of Application Technology
Services (OATS) – PMO. This position is responsible for overseeing all
facets of the PMO OATS methodology application of projects/programs undertaken
in CABINET OATS.
This role will help in adoption and enforcing of methodology that is developed
by CABINET PMO. PMO PM will be responsible for working closely with PM's from
all divisions of the cabinet to ensure all projects/programs are following the
methodology. This role will work as a mentor to the PM, training them to work
with the tools and techniques and using the processes that are defined. This
role will also work in continuously enhancing the processes that govern how
projects are treated in CABINET OATS.
·
Mentoring
new project managers on the project tools and techniques.
·
Define/Refine
KPI's that will be used to measure Project/Program.
·
Applying
CABINET OATS methodology and enforces project standards.
·
Oversee
projects/programs for deviation from defined measurements and remedial action.
·
Conduct
regular training on methodology and tools utilized to all participants in
CABINET OATS.
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Measure
and Track project performance/exposure throughout its lifecycle.
·
Develop/Update
documents to support Projects/Programs methodology.
·
Develop/Update
dashboard for different roles to cater to their needs.
·
Conduct
Audits for projects/programs that breach the acceptable KPI variances.
·
Develop
ad-hoc reporting as required by executives.
·
Coordinate
with COT (Cabinet of Technology) to comply with their requirements.
·
Evaluate
feedback on PMO to improve on PMO activities and performances.
·
Conduct
Post Project Benefit tracking review and reporting on the findings to
executives.
·
Develop
benchmark and trends based on data collected from projects/programs.
·
Conduct
data analytics to derive knowledge from data available. Put in action the
knowledge gained from this analysis.
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Assist
in propagating the changes across cabinet.
·
Work
closely with all divisions to gradually achieve higher maturity.
·
Advise if required on different aspect of project approach
(Waterfall, Agile).
·
Assist
in developing/enhancing the tools to adapt to new requirements based on
knowledge gained.
·
Ability
to present concepts and secure buy in from participants.
Teamwork:
·
Consistently
acknowledges and appreciates each team member's contributions.
·
Effectively
utilizes each team member to his/her fullest potential.
·
Motivates
team to work together in the most efficient manner.
·
Keeps
track of lessons learned and shares those lessons with team members.
·
Mitigates
team conflict and communication problems.
Essential skills:
·
Bachelor's
Degree or other advanced degree preferably in an IT related field.
·
Demonstrated understanding of Project Management processes,
strategies, and methods.
·
Professional Project Management Certification.
·
Agile
certification from accredited intuition preferred.
·
Experience working in a high-level collaborative
environment and promoting a teamwork mentality.
·
Experience
mentoring, coaching and developing talent in project stream.
·
Exceptional
analytical and problem-solving skills.
·
Strong
verbal, written and presentation communication skills.
·
Ability
to communicate complex technical concepts.
·
Possess
general understanding in the areas of application programming, database, and
system design.
·
Self-managed,
highly motivated and has a strong drive for results.
·
Skilled
in managing a team.
Desired Qualifications/Skills:
·
Excellent
time management and organizational skills and experience establishing
guidelines in these areas for others.
·
Strong
sense of personal accountability regarding decision-making and supervising
department teams.
·
Managerial
experience applying analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
·
Ability
to predict challenges and seek to proactively head-off obstacles.
Let
me know if you are interested in this job and/or if
you can assist us by referring someone who is interested in this job, since we
offer the lucrative referral bonuses.
Benefits will also
be available, and details are available at the following link: Harvey Nash Benefits
I am looking forward to speaking with you today.
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Our company
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