Project Manager - Project Lead

Project ManagerPosition is 100% ONSITE in Columbia, SC.The selected resource must successfully complete the following onboarding screenings:7 Year Background and Criminal HistoryCredit CheckE-VerifyScope of the project: The candidate will manage several projects through solicitation, selection, contract negotiation, acquisition, implementation, migration, archival and sunset of legacy Duties / Responsibilities:Plan, organize and manage all project management activities for agency wide initiatives as an experienced agency project manager.Demonstrate project management expertise in both traditional 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 scope and schedule to ensure project deliverables, milestones and required tasks are completed as planned.This role will bring strong project management expertise, the ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams and business stakeholders, and a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within scope and aligned with organizational objectives.Plan and conduct project status and review meetings. Prepare project status reports and provide updates to project stakeholders and sponsors. Must be able to work with a diverse group of professionals in all levels of the agency.Prepare necessary documentation to support project initiatives. Manage development of project documentation for new services assigned. Ensure all required project documentation is developed and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.Engage in ongoing process improvement around delivery, methodology and other relevant areas. Identify potential problems proactively and facilitate problem resolutions by implementing risk mitigation projects include but are not limited to the following:Mortgage 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 Skills (Rank in order of Importance):5+ Years of Experience in IT project management3+ Years of Experience in Hybrid (Agile and Waterfall) Project Management3+ Years of Experience 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 Skills (Rank in order of Importance):Process ImprovementFinancial PrinciplesAccounting PrinciplesMortgage PrinciplesRequired Education:Bachelor's degree (Business Management, Information Technology, or related field. Degree must be complete and verifiable) and project management experience managing large projects of moderate complexity and risk.Required Certifications:PMP, PMI-ACP or CSM certification required or in the process of obtaining Skills:Interpersonal, Collaborative, Presentation & Facilitation SkillsDetail-oriented, Accurate and OrganizedAnalytical thinking and problem solvingCustomer Service DrivenTeamworkIndividual Contributor