Client: State of MI
Posting title: Lansing MI - IT - DTMB - CSS - EPMO - Project Coordinator
Posting ID: 145851
Job Title: Project Coordinator
Work Location: Grand Tower 235 S Grand Ave Lansing MI 48933
Projected Start Date: 09/15/2025
Projected End Date/Duration: 09/30/2026 with possible extension
Interview Process: Virtual Interview via MS Teams video. Please use laptop and be prepared to share screen if asked.
Hybrid: Resource will be working a hybrid schedule. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1 two days a week.
Local candidates only. Candidates must be located within 2 hours of Lansing MI at time of submission.
Top Skills & Years of Experience:
- Proven ability to assist in coordinating large cross-functional teams and supporting high-visibility projects with medium to high risk.
- Strong communication organizational and interpersonal skills with experience working alongside Agency Leadership.
- Ability to contribute to both technical delivery and change management efforts within complex environments.
- Experience supporting vendor-managed projects with integrated technical components and a variety of stakeholder groups.
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication is crucial to success and productivity in this role.
Project Coordinator Position Description
- The State of Michigan is seeking a skilled and organized Project Coordinator to support the planning and execution of complex large-scale IT initiatives. This role requires a strong understanding of project management processes effective coordination skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery in alignment with business objectives and enterprise standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in coordinating one or more large complex IT projects typically lasting longer than 6 months involving 20 or more team members and requiring regular communication and coordination with stakeholders at various levels.
- Support adherence to State of Michigan project management methodologies including SUITE investment management and systems engineering methodology.
- Aid in organizing cross-functional teams through all phases of project planning and execution including the creation of integrated schedules risk management plans and budget tracking.
- Track and report on project progress related to scope quality schedule and budget. Highlight any potential issues or risks to senior leadership in a timely manner.
- Assist in planning long-term project milestones and releases to support organizational strategic goals ensuring alignment with broader enterprise initiatives.
- Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to understand technical requirements ensuring project activities align with business needs while adhering to SOM best practices and industry standards.
- Help implement structured change management practices including supporting stakeholder engagement efforts to ensure the successful adoption of project deliverables.
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- Change Management and Stakeholder Engagement: This position plays a key role in supporting change adoption by:
- Assisting in integrating change management principles from the start of the project.
- Collaborating with stakeholder engagement teams to develop communication plans facilitate training sessions and monitor organizational readiness.
- Supporting stakeholders at all levels to reduce resistance align expectations and ensure successful long-term user adoption of new systems and processes.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Proven ability to assist in coordinating large cross-functional teams and supporting high-visibility projects with medium to high risk.
- Strong communication organizational and interpersonal skills with experience working alongside Agency Leadership.
- Ability to contribute to both technical delivery and change management efforts within complex environments.
- Experience supporting vendor-managed projects with integrated technical components and a variety of stakeholder groups.