IT Project Manager

Job Title: Senior IT Project Manager

Location: Richmond, VA 23235

Duration: 1 Year

Job Summary:

Client is seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Senior IT Project Manager with 10+ years of project management experience, particularly in implementing IT and business process optimization projects. This role will lead high-impact, cross-functional initiatives for the Communications Division and be responsible for managing scope, schedule, budget, reporting, and stakeholder engagement. The selected candidate will play a key role in driving collaboration across internal teams, vendors, and partner agencies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of IT and asset/fleet management projects in alignment with VSP’s strategic goals.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, milestones, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Create and maintain project documentation required by Virginia Information Technologies Agency (VITA) and procurement processes.
• Coordinate communication with stakeholders including vendors, agency partners, and internal teams.
• Conduct detailed comparative analysis of proposals, value propositions, and cost-benefit analyses.
• Track and report on the progress and outcomes of projects with clear, data-driven communication.
• Support change management initiatives and identify opportunities for process improvements and optimization.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality presentations and reports tailored to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Maintain project tracking systems and regularly update stakeholders and leadership on project status.
• Develop effective relationships with project teams and vendors to ensure alignment and success.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

• 10+ years of IT project management experience, including large, multi-year projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects and shifting priorities.
• Expertise in developing and delivering business case evaluations, ROI, and value proposition analyses.
• Proficiency in managing formal Requests for Information (RFIs) and vendor coordination.
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to engage audiences of varying technical backgrounds.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other standard project management tools.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication (oral and written), and organizational skills.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and inter-agency coordination.
• Strong process improvement and change management experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP Certification (Project Management Professional).
• VITA PMD Certification or demonstrated experience working within VITA’s PM guidelines.
• Experience with Oracle E-Business Suite or Oracle Cloud Solutions.
• Familiarity with asset management and/or fleet management systems.
• Prior experience with public safety or government agency IT projects.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Considerable experience in software project management, vendor management, and government procurement processes