Project Manager

Symmetrio is actively recruiting for a Project Manager for our customer, a large government organization in Philadelphia, PA. The candidate will lead and oversee special projects at the direction of the CIO. The candidate will also analyze business needs, organize problem-solving efforts, plan and remediate troubled projects, and ensure new initiatives are properly planned, launched, and executed. This position will support the CIO in achieving the goals and objectives set forth by administration.

This position will be primarily based onsite in Philadelphia, with the potential for occasional travel outside the city to support project requirements.

Responsibilities

Develop, clarify, and manage project scope, deliverables, and outcomes

Ensure project requirements are met within budget and timeline constraints

Assemble project teams, identify resources, assign responsibilities, and develop timeframes

Determine project costs and ensure on-time, within-budget delivery

Ensure compatibility with existing architectural and enterprise standards

Perform cost/benefit analysis of actions and initiatives

Schedule and document meeting minutes

Adhere to prescribed project management practices and SDLC

Prepare status reports, summaries, and dashboards for management

Provide support, coaching, and mentoring on project management best practices

Requirements

Leadership qualities, including conflict resolution and ability to run projects or programs

Effective verbal and written communication with stakeholders and senior business leaders

Ability to organize and work effectively with diverse project teams

Experience in designing and building distributed and enterprise solutions

Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of consultants and technical personnel

Strong presentation skills, strategic thinking, and high professional ethics

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

Knowledge of project management, SDLC, budgeting, IT infrastructure, ITIL, and cloud computing

Understanding of IT project management best practices, principles, and techniques (PMBOK)

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

3-5 years of project management experience with large, cross-functional teams or projects

4-6 years of relevant business experience

PMP certification or Master's Certificate in Project Management

Any equivalent combination of education and experience deemed acceptable

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)