Manager - Project Lead

General Nature of Work: Under limited supervision, the Enterprise IT Project Manager manages and coordinates all tasks associated with several, multi-agency, enterprise projects of significant complexity and risk. Examples of Work: • Define project objectives and scope by reviewing project proposals to determine time frame, available funding, procedures, and various phases of the project life cycle for several major, multi-agency, enterprise projects. • Prepare necessary documentation to support project initiatives; review and manage proposal selection and bid recommendations. • Coordinate and manage projects using project management methodologies from inception through completion. • Determine and evaluate risks that may affect the project and implement a risk mitigation strategy. • Oversee the development and execution of communication plans, which may include communicating with organizational leaders, elected officials, and the public about the project's impact or status. • Prepare status reports and provide updates to project stakeholders, sponsors, champions, etc. • Manage the procurement process required by the project and participate in contract negotiations resulting from Request for Proposal selection. • Review requests and recommend changes from original specifications with project sponsors, project teams, or stakeholders. • Review progress and status of all projects within a program and identify specific activities to be performed to ensure project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks are completed according to project deadlines. • Create quality management plans; develop and maintain project documentation; oversee project design to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, or agency's criteria, codes, and regulations. • Assist in the development and delivery of project management training and workshops. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: July 2025 • Knowledge of SCDES's mission, programs, and objectives. • Knowledge of project management principles and methodologies. • Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments. • Ability to manage work, delegate, and provide guidance to employees. • Ability to make presentations and prepare reports. • Knowledge of state government procurement regulations and processes. • Knowledge of state government fiscal policies, procedures, and processes. • Ability to assign appropriate priorities to work activities based on organizational goals and situational pressures. • Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion to meet schedules and deadlines. • Ability to conceptualize needed change and to initiate appropriate activities to move from concepts to implementation. • Ability to interpret and apply rules and regulations. • Ability to communicate effectively. Special Requirements: Certified Associate in Project Management or Project Management Professional (PMP). Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree in communications, business administration, information technology, mathematics, statistics, management information science or a related field and experience in telecommunications, data processing and/or information technology. Experience managing large projects of moderate complexity and risk. Preferred Qualifications: • Three plus (3+) years of experience in project management with proficiency in technology. • Proficient in planning, organizing, and managing strategic and tactical assignments and project management activities associated with state-wide enterprise and agency level information technology initiatives. • Expertise in managing the planning, execution, and successful delivery of numerous concurrent projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and fostering transformative outcomes. • Experience in delivering insightful and timely project performance reporting, enabling data-driven decision-making and proactive strategy adjustments to drive success. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment. • Ability to combine deep business knowledge with management skills to inspire teams, cultivate a collaborative culture, and achieve strategic goals.Required Skills July 2025 • Experience with financial applications, enterprise reporting, and managing transformation projects. • Experience with financial process re-design to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.