GTT, LLC
Primary Job Title:
DAS Project Manager
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
* IT Program Manager
* Technical Project Manager
* Technology Implementation Manager
Location:
Atlanta, GA
Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite
Contract Details:
* Position Type: Contract
* Start: As Soon As Possible
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Job Summary:
The DAS Project Manager plays a critical role in overseeing IT initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and service delivery across departments. Reporting to the IT Assistant Deputy Commissioner , this role supports both the Department CIO and DAS business owners to ensure projects are successfully executed within scope, schedule, and budget. The Project Manager collaborates with vendors, service providers, and internal teams to drive performance and deliver measurable results.
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Key Responsibilities:
* Manage small, medium, and large-scale IT projects of moderate to high complexity and risk.
* Oversee and provide project management consultation across all phases of the software development life cycle (SDLC) .
* Collaborate closely with client teams, DAS business leads, vendors, and subject matter experts to align on objectives and deliverables.
* Manage projects in compliance with Statements of Work (SOWs) , vendor contracts, and steering committee directives.
* Lead the development of project management tools including scope, risk, communication, and performance tracking plans .
* Monitor progress, report milestones, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions.
* Facilitate project kickoff meetings, define roles and expectations, and ensure team readiness.
* Oversee project costs, resources, schedules, and risk management processes.
* Evaluate proposed scope changes and negotiate adjustments based on time, cost, and quality expectations.
* Conduct project closeout reviews to verify deliverables meet quality standards and capture lessons learned.
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Required Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in a related field or specialized training in IT project management.
* Minimum 7 years of experience leading projects of moderate to high complexity.
* PMP certification from PMI or equivalent project management credential.
* Hands-on experience using MS Project , MS Visio , SharePoint 2013 , and Microsoft Office 365 .
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Nice-to-Have Experience:
* Prior experience in public sector IT initiatives or multi-agency technology environments.
* Familiarity with process redesign and operational efficiency improvement projects .
* Experience with cross-functional team leadership and stakeholder communication at the executive level.
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Required Skills:
* Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
* Microsoft Project and Visio proficiency
* SDLC and risk management expertise
Preferred Skills:
* Strategic planning and process improvement
* Vendor management and contract oversight
* Performance tracking and project reporting
Additional Skills :
* Strong communication and organizational abilities
* Leadership and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
* Analytical and decision-making capability under pressure
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About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
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Job Number: 25-27312
#gttjobs
DAS Project Manager
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
* IT Program Manager
* Technical Project Manager
* Technology Implementation Manager
Location:
Atlanta, GA
Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite
Contract Details:
* Position Type: Contract
* Start: As Soon As Possible
---
Job Summary:
The DAS Project Manager plays a critical role in overseeing IT initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and service delivery across departments. Reporting to the IT Assistant Deputy Commissioner , this role supports both the Department CIO and DAS business owners to ensure projects are successfully executed within scope, schedule, and budget. The Project Manager collaborates with vendors, service providers, and internal teams to drive performance and deliver measurable results.
---
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage small, medium, and large-scale IT projects of moderate to high complexity and risk.
* Oversee and provide project management consultation across all phases of the software development life cycle (SDLC) .
* Collaborate closely with client teams, DAS business leads, vendors, and subject matter experts to align on objectives and deliverables.
* Manage projects in compliance with Statements of Work (SOWs) , vendor contracts, and steering committee directives.
* Lead the development of project management tools including scope, risk, communication, and performance tracking plans .
* Monitor progress, report milestones, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions.
* Facilitate project kickoff meetings, define roles and expectations, and ensure team readiness.
* Oversee project costs, resources, schedules, and risk management processes.
* Evaluate proposed scope changes and negotiate adjustments based on time, cost, and quality expectations.
* Conduct project closeout reviews to verify deliverables meet quality standards and capture lessons learned.
---
Required Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in a related field or specialized training in IT project management.
* Minimum 7 years of experience leading projects of moderate to high complexity.
* PMP certification from PMI or equivalent project management credential.
* Hands-on experience using MS Project , MS Visio , SharePoint 2013 , and Microsoft Office 365 .
---
Nice-to-Have Experience:
* Prior experience in public sector IT initiatives or multi-agency technology environments.
* Familiarity with process redesign and operational efficiency improvement projects .
* Experience with cross-functional team leadership and stakeholder communication at the executive level.
---
Required Skills:
* Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
* Microsoft Project and Visio proficiency
* SDLC and risk management expertise
Preferred Skills:
* Strategic planning and process improvement
* Vendor management and contract oversight
* Performance tracking and project reporting
Additional Skills :
* Strong communication and organizational abilities
* Leadership and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
* Analytical and decision-making capability under pressure
---
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation's largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!
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Job Number: 25-27312
#gttjobs