Project Manager II

Peak Performers has partnered with an Oklahoma State Agency to assist in their search for a hybrid Project Manager in Oklahoma City, OK. In this position, you will be responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, completion, and closing of agency projects under the guidance and direction of the PMO, ensuring consistency with the agency’s strategy, mission, commitments, and goals.

Major duties

• Manage medium to extra-large complexity projects through full project life cycle activities utilizing appropriate methodologies and tools, planning and communication, and acquire, develop, and manage the project team. 
• Perform all standard project management deliverables including scope and objectives, change management, risk mitigation, budgeting, stakeholder communication, project and vendor engagement, subject matter expert utilization, implementation, and project closure. 
• Develop and manage project status reports for communicating with project stakeholders and reporting key metrics for the PMO dashboard. 
• Implement change management practices in accordance with agency and PMO guidance. 
• Forecast, manage, and acquire (as necessary) resources needed to achieve project objectives. 
• Ensure project activities and deliverables adhere to federal, state, or agency documented guidelines. 
• Facilitate and manage contract processes from initiation to closure. 
• Routinely perform gap analysis, root cause analysis, and offer recommendations for successful project outcomes. 
• Demonstrate dynamic ability to lead group facilitation activities for the agency especially in areas requiring interaction of an independent party.

What are we looking for?

• Education preferences: Graduate level degree in Project Management, MBA, MPH or related degree. 

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a formal project manager. Preference given to experience in state government, regulatory or similar service-related business. 

• Certifications preferred: PMP, LSSBB, CSM 

• Experience with Waterfall, Agile and Hybrid project management methodologies. 

• Strong familiarity with and/or the ability to use MS Project. 

• Understanding and experience with the Project Management Institute's (PMI) Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Guide and Standards. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff. 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills and multi-tasking capabilities. 

• Well-organized and detail oriented.

Exciting Opportunity Details

• Rate: $46.93/hour

• W2 Contract

• Worksite Location: OKC

• Hybrid- 3 days a week onsite

• Contract Length: 12 months with the option to renew

The Peak Performers difference

• Excellent medical health, dental & vision insurance at 60 days

• Our employees may choose to participate in a 403(b) retirement plan

• Qualified applicants with chronic medical conditions and/or disabilities receive priority placement

• We pay weekly through direct deposit

• In business since 1994 and thousands of job placements

All employment offers are contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Applicants for employment with Peak Performers must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship for a visa now or in the future.
 
Peak Performers is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Peak Performers does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

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