Project Manager

Job ID: OR-B36991W118 Part-time/Remote/Local Govt PM (15+) with vendor management experience Location: Salem, OR (ODOT) Duration: 12 months Skills: - Skills Others Communication (verbal, written) Expert (10+ Years) Yes - Skills Others Project Management Expert (10+ Years) Yes - Skills Others Working with vendors/integrators Advanced (7-9 Years) Yes - Skills Tools MicrosoftOffice Advanced (7-9 Years) Yes Description: - Individuals with successful project management experience limited to projects of small scope, limited risk and complexity and/or of short duration. - Individuals at this level will typically be assigned to manage projects under the direction of a State supervisor or manager. - Individuals with this level of experience are suitable for small Client Agency projects with clear, achievable outcomes, or in assignment as project support on larger projects. - Individuals at this level can also be used in the capacity of a Project Controller, provided that they can satisfy the basic requirements of that position. - Advanced level: Individuals with a mastery of project management skills, qualifications and experience. - This individual shall function effectively with very little supervision, while maintaining a high professional standard. - They are assigned to extremely complex and/or high risk projects that reflect the highest priorities of state government. - These individuals are comfortable working with the highest levels of state government and are able to contribute to the furtherance of the states' objectives. - These individuals have the necessary skills and experience to assist in statewide project portfolio management and/or IT Investment Management. THIS IS PART TIME FOR 1 YEAR SCHEDULE WILL BE NEGOTIATED WHEN SELECTED The agency requires a project manager who has at least three (5) years of experience with mode to complex projects involving coordinating work with external vendors and integrators. The Contractor shall: - Coordinate project development activities between customers, internal staff, other agency oversight staff, and vendors/integrators - Participate in all aspects of project execution, develop and maintain project schedule, cost estimates, and overall coordination of the scope of work - Ensure project success by escalating issues and developing/recommending mitigation stgies and approaches - Communicate project status to a wide range of project stakeholders - Track all deliverables to completion and make recommendations for deliverable acceptance and payment.