h3-Technologies
Position: Project Manager
Location: New York City
Terms: 12 Months
Primary Responsibilities:
* Revamp complete suite of PMO templates aligned with SDLC phases
* Develop comprehensive "PM Starter Pack" including templates, guides, best practices, checklists, examples, and starter project plans
* Redesign templates: Project Charters, Project Plans, RAID Logs, Decision Logs, RACI matrices, Change Request forms, Scope Management Plans, Resource Management templates, Status Reports, Cost Estimates, Deployment Plans, and Support Models
* Build standardized starter project plans with pre-populated tasks, deliverables, milestones, and dependencies for different project types using the SDLC phases
* Develop Program and Project Governance Plans establishing best practices for all project sizes
* Create tiered governance frameworks based on project budget and complexity (i.e., oversight and organizational framework)
Quality Assurance Support & Project Evaluation (30%)
* Participate in QA activities evaluating projects against SDLC compliance requirements
* Conduct QA assessments verifying project management documentation completeness and business approvals
* Evaluate projects using established rating criteria
* Review project management artifacts: Charters, Plans, RAID Logs, RACI matrices, Decision Logs, Scope Plans, Change Control, and Resource Management documents
* Provide observations and actionable recommendations to project teams
* Identify documentation gaps and process deficiencies
* Track QA results and trends across portfolio
* Contribute to monthly QA summary reports
Portfolio Liaison Upskilling & QA Capability Building (30%)
* Train Portfolio Liaisons on quality project management and effective QA practices
* Deliver training on "what good looks like" for essential PM artifacts
* Create job aids: QA checklists, evaluation criteria, "Good vs. Poor" examples, quick reference guides, and evaluation rubrics
* Provide hands-on coaching during QA activities
* Facilitate workshops for practicing artifact evaluation
* Enable Portfolio Liaisons to perform independent QA reviews
* Build capability to provide constructive feedback and project coaching
* Support development of PMO processes for portfolio monitoring and governance
Qualifications:
Required Education & Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field
* 10+ years progressive project and program management experience
* Proven IT project governance and SDLC oversight experience
* Demonstrated success developing PM standards, templates, and methodologies
* Experience conducting QA reviews and process improvements
* Experience with large-scale programs (>$20M preferred)
* Experience training or mentoring PM professionals
Technical Skills - Must Have
* Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required
* Expert knowledge of PM methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid)
* Deep understanding of SDLC phases and governance requirements
* Proficiency with Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office Suite
* Strong experience with project planning, RACI matrices, RAID logs, decision logging, change control, scope management, resource planning, and governance frameworks
* Exceptional template design and documentation skills
* Experience developing training materials and job aids
Technical Skills - Nice to Have
* Power BI for dashboard development
* SharePoint site development and customization
* Microsoft Teams
* Data and Analytics capabilities
* Azure DevOps (ADO)
* PPM Tool (i.e., Oracle, Planview, etc.)
* Organizational Change Management (OCM)
* Utility or energy industry experience
* Instructional design principles
* Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification
Location: New York City
Terms: 12 Months
Primary Responsibilities:
* Revamp complete suite of PMO templates aligned with SDLC phases
* Develop comprehensive "PM Starter Pack" including templates, guides, best practices, checklists, examples, and starter project plans
* Redesign templates: Project Charters, Project Plans, RAID Logs, Decision Logs, RACI matrices, Change Request forms, Scope Management Plans, Resource Management templates, Status Reports, Cost Estimates, Deployment Plans, and Support Models
* Build standardized starter project plans with pre-populated tasks, deliverables, milestones, and dependencies for different project types using the SDLC phases
* Develop Program and Project Governance Plans establishing best practices for all project sizes
* Create tiered governance frameworks based on project budget and complexity (i.e., oversight and organizational framework)
Quality Assurance Support & Project Evaluation (30%)
* Participate in QA activities evaluating projects against SDLC compliance requirements
* Conduct QA assessments verifying project management documentation completeness and business approvals
* Evaluate projects using established rating criteria
* Review project management artifacts: Charters, Plans, RAID Logs, RACI matrices, Decision Logs, Scope Plans, Change Control, and Resource Management documents
* Provide observations and actionable recommendations to project teams
* Identify documentation gaps and process deficiencies
* Track QA results and trends across portfolio
* Contribute to monthly QA summary reports
Portfolio Liaison Upskilling & QA Capability Building (30%)
* Train Portfolio Liaisons on quality project management and effective QA practices
* Deliver training on "what good looks like" for essential PM artifacts
* Create job aids: QA checklists, evaluation criteria, "Good vs. Poor" examples, quick reference guides, and evaluation rubrics
* Provide hands-on coaching during QA activities
* Facilitate workshops for practicing artifact evaluation
* Enable Portfolio Liaisons to perform independent QA reviews
* Build capability to provide constructive feedback and project coaching
* Support development of PMO processes for portfolio monitoring and governance
Qualifications:
Required Education & Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field
* 10+ years progressive project and program management experience
* Proven IT project governance and SDLC oversight experience
* Demonstrated success developing PM standards, templates, and methodologies
* Experience conducting QA reviews and process improvements
* Experience with large-scale programs (>$20M preferred)
* Experience training or mentoring PM professionals
Technical Skills - Must Have
* Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required
* Expert knowledge of PM methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid)
* Deep understanding of SDLC phases and governance requirements
* Proficiency with Microsoft Project and Microsoft Office Suite
* Strong experience with project planning, RACI matrices, RAID logs, decision logging, change control, scope management, resource planning, and governance frameworks
* Exceptional template design and documentation skills
* Experience developing training materials and job aids
Technical Skills - Nice to Have
* Power BI for dashboard development
* SharePoint site development and customization
* Microsoft Teams
* Data and Analytics capabilities
* Azure DevOps (ADO)
* PPM Tool (i.e., Oracle, Planview, etc.)
* Organizational Change Management (OCM)
* Utility or energy industry experience
* Instructional design principles
* Program Management Professional (PgMP) certification