DTMB - CSS - EPMO - Project Manager 3

Project Manager/Change Manager - Position DescriptionLocation: Lansing MI (2 days per week onsite from day 1)Duration: 1 year with possible extensionInterview Process: Virtual Interview via MS Teams video. Please use a laptop and be prepared to share a screen if asked.Candidates must be located within 2 hours of Lansing, MI at time of submission.DescriptionThe State of Michigan is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager to leadcomplex, large-scale IT initiatives. This role requires a strong blend of project managementexpertise, leadership capabilities, technical awareness, and change management proficiency toensure successful project outcomes aligned with business objectives and enterprise standards.Key Responsibilities:- Provide strategic oversight, leadership, and accountability for one or more large,complex IT projects, typically lasting longer than 6 months, involving 20 or more teammembers, and requiring executive-level communication and coordination.- Ensure alignment with State of Michigan project management methodologies, includingSUITE, investment management, and systems engineering methodology.- Lead cross-functional teams through all phases of project planning and execution,including the development of integrated schedules, risk management plans, and budgettracking.- Monitor and report on project progress regarding scope, quality, schedule, and budget,and escalate issues and risks to executive leadership as necessary.- Perform long-term release planning to support organizational strategic goals and ensurealignment with broader enterprise initiatives.- Evaluate technical requirements in collaboration with IT and business stakeholders,proposing solutions that meet business needs while adhering to SOM best practices andindustry standards.- Apply structured change management practices grounded in the ADKAR (Prosci)framework to ensure stakeholder alignment and successful adoption of projectdeliverables.Top Skills & Years of Experience:- 5+ years overall experience- Experience with the ADKAR (Prosci) Framework- Proven ability to lead large, cross-functional teams and manage high-visibility projects with medium to high risk.- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills with experience interacting with Agency Leadership.- Ability to manage both technical delivery and change management efforts within complex environments.- Demonstrated success managing vendor-supported projects with integrated technical components and stakeholder groups.Technical Competencies:- Strong knowledge of APIs, system interfaces, and multi-system integrations acrosscomplex IT environments.- Working knowledge of IT infrastructure components and their interactions withinnetworked environments (e.g., firewalls, VIPs, F5 listeners, ports).- Familiarity with core infrastructure environments including networks, servers, storage,web platforms, and virtual/cloud solutions.- Ability to effectively collaborate with technical teams and external vendors to supportsolution design, integration, deployment, and issue resolution.Change Management and Stakeholder Engagement: This position plays a critical role indriving change adoption through:- Integration of change management principles from the outset of the project.- Close collaboration with stakeholder engagement leads to develop and implementcommunication plans, facilitate training sessions, and monitor organizational readiness.- Supporting stakeholders at every level to reduce resistance, align expectations, andensure long-term user adoption of new systems and processes.Ideal Candidate Profile:- Proven ability to lead large, cross-functional teams and manage high-visibility projectswith medium to high risk.- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills with experience interactingwith Agency Leadership.- Ability to manage both technical delivery and change management efforts withincomplex environments.- Demonstrated success managing vendor-supported projects with integrated technical