High Risk Project Manager

Job Description: The Client is seeking a Project Manager for the implementation of the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS). SVRS is a statewide voter registration and election management system. This is a high-risk project and will require strict adherence to the requirements in this posting. SVRS is a high-risk project with high visibility and significant complexity, therefore the SVRS Project Manager will be required to work in a fast-paced, potentially stressful environment. Relevant experience in similar environments should be clearly documented in the applicant’s resume. SVRS is currently under contract and undergoing development. The duties of the SVRS Project Manager will include. Daily interaction with stakeholders, project team members, and client staff. Attendance at virtual and in-person project meetings daily. Management of project performance metrics and recording of data in CTP. Adhere to requirements of Commonwealth Project Management Standard. Coordination with SVRS contractor project management team for all aspects of project performance. Work in conjunction with members of the Client SVRS project team. Facilitate communication between SVRS contractor PM team and Client staff. Oversee coordination of SVRS project calendar. Conduct briefings on SVRS project status to internal and external audiences, including the Interagency Oversight Committee. Active Project Management Institute Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification. Please upload a copy in Vector or they will not be considered. Documented risk management experience. Bachelor’s degree is appropriate field of study or equivalent work experience. Familiarization with the Commonwealth Technology Portfolio highly desirable. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent client-facing and internal communications skills, written and verbal. Solid organizational skills and attention to detail.