Project Manager Project Lead
Job Summary
Project Manager - Project Lead
Project Identifier | SC |
Client | South Carolina |
Agency | State of South Carolina |
Location | Onsite Location: 300 C Outlet Pointe Blvd Columbia South Carolina USA 29210 Candidate location: Candidate must be a CURRENT SC resident. No relocation allowed. |
Contract Duration | 12 Months |
Interview Type | Onsite |
Visa Requirements | The candidate will have to be on Innosoft W2. At least 6 months of valid work authorization (Citizen GC EAD OPT-EAD H4-EAD) |
Tentative Start Date | 09/28/2026 |
Deadline | 09/11/2026 |
The candidate will manage several projects through solicitation selection contract negotiation acquisition implementation migration archival and sunset of legacy applications.
- Plan organize and manage agency-wide initiatives from initiation through completion.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously using traditional Waterfall and Agile methodologies.
- Develop and maintain project plans schedules milestones deliverables and task assignments.
- Control project scope and schedule to ensure timely delivery and alignment with agency objectives.
- Collaborate with technical teams business stakeholders project sponsors vendors and agency leadership.
- Lead project status meetings review meetings and stakeholder discussions.
- Prepare project status reports and communicate progress risks issues and decisions to stakeholders and sponsors.
- Develop and maintain required project documentation throughout the complete project lifecycle.
- Support the planning and documentation of new technology services and agency initiatives.
- Promote project team compliance with established project management standards and industry best practices.
- Identify project risks and potential problems proactively and implement effective mitigation and resolution strategies.
- Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes methodologies documentation and governance.
- Work effectively with diverse professionals across all organizational levels.
- Manage initiatives involving mortgage servicing and mortgage production technology solutions.
- Support development and compliance-monitoring technology projects.
- Manage contract-administration technology initiatives.
- Coordinate agency business-continuity planning and related projects.
- Lead facility and space-needs assessments to support workforce requirements operational efficiency and future organizational growth.
Education and Certifications:
- Bachelors degree with demonstrated project management experience leading large-scale projects of moderate complexity and risk.
- PMP PMI-ACP or CSM certification required or currently in the process of obtaining one of these certifications.
Required Skills:
- 5 years of experience in IT project management.
- 3 years of experience managing projects using hybrid Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
- 3 years of experience in strategic planning and roadmap development.
- 3 years of experience identifying assessing and mitigating project risks.
- 3 years of experience managing project resources and cross-functional teams.
- 3 years of experience supporting organizational and project change management.
- 3 years of experience in project budget planning tracking and cost management.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
- Working knowledge of financial principles and budget management.
- Understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting processes.
- Knowledge of mortgage principles including mortgage production and servicing processes.
Additional Skills:
- Strong interpersonal collaboration presentation and facilitation skills.
- Detail-oriented accurate and highly organized.
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Customer-service-focused with a commitment to stakeholder satisfaction.
- Effective team player who works well with cross-functional groups.
- Capable of working independently and contributing effectively as an individual contributor.
Required Skills:
Required Skills: 5 years of experience in IT project management. 3 years of experience managing projects using hybrid Agile and Waterfall methodologies. 3 years of experience in strategic planning and roadmap development. 3 years of experience identifying assessing and mitigating project risks. 3 years of experience managing project resources and cross-functional teams. 3 years of experience supporting organizational and project change management. 3 years of experience in project budget planning tracking and cost management. Preferred Skills: Experience with process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives. Working knowledge of financial principles and budget management. Understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting processes. Knowledge of mortgage principles including mortgage production and servicing processes.
Required Education:
Bachelors degree in Information Technology Information Systems Business or a related field OR equivalent relevant professional experience.