OCA - Project Manager III

Job Description _:__ _

Performs complex (journey-level) project management work as part of the Enterprise Planning Office (EPO) Project Management team. Work involves coordinating the planning and initiation of projects at various levels of completion; monitoring the progress and schedule of projects; and communicating with project stakeholders, management, and other relevant parties. This position will have a specialized focus on government procurement projects for IT solutions. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Salary commensurate with experience.

Essential Job Functions:_ _

• Work with stakeholders to develop project budgets, schedules, work plans, resources requirements, and cost estimates and projections.
• Partners with OCA procurement manager to manage end-to-end procurement process for the customer, to include procurement planning, solicitation development, bid evaluation, and contract award.
• Works closely with procurement manager to ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and procurement best practices.
• Compiles and distributes project information and project status reports to agency staff and others.
• Develop evaluation criteria, scoring tools, and supporting documentation.
• Provides stakeholders with timely assessments and project performance.
• Coordinates project activities with other state agencies, governmental jurisdictions, or private sector partners and contractors.
• Monitors and manages project quality and costs to ensure that project deliverables are acceptable, fulfill the terms of the project contract or specifications, and are completed within budget.
• Assists in developing criteria for evaluating programs, proposals, and other pertinent information related to project assignments.
• Identifies potential project risks and difficulties and design strategies to mitigate or avoid them.
• Plan and manage efficient project meetings.