Project/Program Manager

Client note: Remote

Job Description:

Individuals with successful project management experience limited to projects of small scope, limited risk and complexity and/or of short duration. Individuals at this level will typically be assigned to manage projects under the direction of a State supervisor or manager. Individuals with this level of experience are suitable for small Client Agency projects with clear, achievable outcomes, or in assignment as project support on larger projects. Individuals at this level can also be used to in the capacity of a Project Controller, provided that they can satisfy the basic requirements of that position. Advanced level: Individuals with a mastery of project management skills, qualifications and experience. This individual shall function effectively with very little supervision, while maintaining a high professional standard. They are assigned to extremely complex and/or high risk projects that reflect the highest priorities of state government. These individuals are comfortable working with the highest levels of state government and are able to contribute to the furtherance of the states' objectives. These individuals have the necessary skills and experience to assist in statewide project portfolio management and/or IT Investment Management.

The purpose of this request is to procure professional Project Management services for ODOT ISB (Planning and Governance section) to support ODOT's implementation of several related efforts, including finalizing 2023 Renewal, PRISM, and DEQ Clean Diesel. The primary tasks the contractor will perform are as follows:

The Contractor shall:

Fully responsible and accountable for assigned areas of project

Maintain and update project planning artifacts.

Assign tasks to project team members

Lead assigned project planning activities

Perform project tracking

Recommend project management "better" practices

Manage to project priorities

Perform risk management

Communicate project status

Drive decision-making to lowest level possible

Promote client involvement

Encourage and support escalations as necessary

Enforce effective change control

Mentor project members

Promote good working relationships

Familiarity with Mainframe technologies

Strong analysis skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Experience managing the development of solution and operational documentation

Qualification

Description

Competency

Required

COBOL

Proficient (4-6 Years)

No

Communication skills both verbal and written

Advanced (7-9 Years)

Yes

Data Analysis

Advanced (7-9 Years)

Yes

End-User Support (T1/T2)

Proficient (4-6 Years)

No

Integration planning and strategy

Advanced (7-9 Years)

Yes

Learning ability

Advanced (7-9 Years)

Yes

Mainframe TSO/CICS Familiarity

Proficient (4-6 Years)

No

MicrosoftOffice

Advanced (7-9 Years)

Yes

MS Project

Advanced (7-9 Years)

Yes

PMBOK

Advanced (7-9 Years)

Yes

Project management

Advanced (7-9 Years)

Yes

Staff supervisory

Advanced (7-9 Years)

Yes

Team work

Advanced (7-9 Years)

Yes