Project Manager

Project ManagerLocation: Sandy Springs, 30348 Job Type: ContractPosted about 9 hours agoApply NowFunction: IT Project / Program Management Job Ref: 234153 Our client is seeking a Project Manager within the Office of Information Technology.The role of the Project Manager is to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. The Project Manager will also define the projects objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle.Responsibilities: Strategy & Planning Define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion. Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis. Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders. Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools. Track project milestones and deliverables. Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas. Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle. Conduct project postmortems and create a recommendations report to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements. Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.Acquisition & Deployment: Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals. Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary. Where required, negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel from within the company. Determine and assess need for additional staff and/or consultants and make the appropriate recruitments, if necessary, during project cycle.Operational Management: Direct and manage project development from beginning to end. Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents. Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel. Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team. Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path. Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations. Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans. Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project team members and contractors and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work. Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.Position Requirements:Formal Education & Certification University Bachelor or Associates degree or college diploma in the field of Computer Science or Business preferred Project Management Certification (PMP) or successful completion Knowledge & Experience: 4+ years direct work experience in a project management capacity, including all aspects of process development and execution. Strong familiarity with project management software, such as Microsoft Project, Office Suite, and Visio Familiarity with programming languages, including Java, Angular and Ionic Database and operating systems experience with Windows, Linux, and Oracle Clear understanding of end-to-end application delivery in a multi-platform environment (client server, web, cloud services). Demonstrated experience in personnel management. Demonstrated experience in complete Business Analysis toolset, including facilitation, information gathering, diagramming, and documentation.Personal Attributes: Experience working both independently and, in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential. Can conform to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Reacts to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently. Flexible during times of change. Ability to read communication styles of team members and contractors who come from a broad spectrum of disciplines. Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating. Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients, and other departments. Ability to defuse tension among project team, should it arise. Ability to bring project to successful completion through political sensitivity. Strong written and oral communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products. Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies. Customer service skills an asset. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial. Tenacious. Apply to MATRIX today! Apply NowCandidates will be responsible for following the client''s COVID-19 protocols. Please refer to your MATRIX representative for specifics. About Us At MATRIX, we expertly match talented professionals with job opportunities to elevate careers. Since 1983, we have placed thousands of professionals at innovative clients across every industry ranging from small startups to Fortune 50 companies. Its why were consistently in the top 25 of all U.S. IT staffing firms and why our consultants rate us well above the industry average, earning us ClearlyRated''s Best of Staffing awards year after year. People come to us for a job, and stay with us because of our top-notch consultant care. MATRIX is and Equal Employment Opportunity employer including disability and veteran and provides reasonable accommodations for all qualified individuals. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable. If you are a qualified individual you may request a reasonable accommodation under the American Disability Act (ADA). If you are a person with a disability needing assistance applying, or at any point in the hiring process, please email us at [Click Here to Email Your Resumé] . To ensure a quick response to your request, please use the words Accommodation request as the subject line of your email. For hourly W2 contract roles MATRIX offers a highly competitive benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, HSA, and 401(k) with pre and post-tax options. Please see /Benefits for more information. For direct hire placement with our clients, benefits would be offered in accordance with that particular clients offerings. 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Created: 2025-09-06