Job Description
Urgent Hiring Alert! The State of Colorado is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior IT Project Manager to join our dynamic team. If you are a results-driven professional looking for job security and the opportunity to drive major digital initiatives, this is your chance.
We are transforming how government services are delivered. In this pivotal role, you will oversee complex technology projects from conception to completion, ensuring alignment with state strategic goals and budget constraints.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- State retirement plan (PERA) with generous employer match.
- Work-life balance with flexible scheduling options.
- Opportunity to impact the community directly.
Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of IT projects, including planning, execution, and closure.
- Manage cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders to ensure project milestones are met.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and technical challenges proactively.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with state regulations, security protocols, and budgetary guidelines.
- Communicate project status and deliverables to senior leadership and the public.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in IT project management or program management.
- Proven experience managing large-scale government or enterprise-level projects.
- Strong knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid project management methodologies.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
- PMP or PgMP certification is strongly required.