Lead Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager – Project Lead (13482)Location: Columbia, SC 29210Work Mode: Fully OnsiteCandidate Location: Current South Carolina residents only – No relocation allowedDuration: 12 MonthsInterview Process: 1 Round – Onsite InterviewScope of the Project: The selected candidate will manage multiple projects through solicitation, selection, contract negotiation, acquisition, implementation, migration, archival, and sunset of legacy applications.Daily Duties / ResponsibilitiesPlan, organize, and manage all project management activities for agency-wide initiatives as an experienced agency Project Manager.Demonstrate project management expertise in both traditional Waterfall and Agile methodologies and influence project team compliance with industry best practices.Manage the overall planning, execution, and delivery of multiple projects in parallel.Control project scope and schedule to ensure deliverables, milestones, and required tasks are completed as planned.Collaborate effectively with technical teams, business stakeholders, project sponsors, and agency leadership.Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational objectives.Plan and conduct project status and review meetings.Prepare project status reports and provide regular updates to stakeholders and sponsors.Work effectively with a diverse group of professionals at all levels of the agency.Prepare and maintain project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.Manage development of project documentation for newly assigned services and initiatives.Support ongoing process improvement around project delivery, methodology, and related areas.Identify potential problems proactively and facilitate resolution by implementing appropriate risk mitigation strategies.Current Project InitiativesMortgage Servicing and Mortgage Production technology solutionDevelopment and Compliance Monitoring technology solutionContract Administration technology solutionAgency Business ContinuitySpace Needs – Assess facility requirements for a new location that supports workforce needs, operational efficiency, and future growth.Required Skills5+ Years of Experience in IT Project Management3+ Years of Experience in Hybrid Agile and Waterfall Project Management3+ Years of Experience in Strategic Planning & Roadmap Development3+ Years of Experience in Risk Management3+ Years of Experience in Resource Management3+ Years of Experience in Change Management3+ Years of Experience in Budget PlanningPreferred SkillsProcess ImprovementFinancial PrinciplesAccounting PrinciplesMortgage PrinciplesAdditional SkillsStrong Interpersonal SkillsCollaboration SkillsPresentation & Facilitation SkillsDetail-Oriented, Accurate, and OrganizedAnalytical Thinking and Problem SolvingCustomer Service DrivenTeamworkAbility to Work as an Individual ContributorRequired EducationBachelor's Degree in Business Management, Information Technology, or a related field.Degree must be complete and verifiable.Candidate must have project management experience managing large projects of moderate complexity and risk.Required CertificationCandidate must have one of the following certifications or be in the process of obtaining the certification:PMPPMI-ACPCSM