IT Project Manager; Level III - IV

IT Project Manager (Level III - IV)

Georgia System Operations Corporation

The IT Project Manager is responsible for leading, overseeing, and ensuring the successful delivery and management of multiple concurrent IT projects. This includes defining project scope, goals, and deliverables, managing resources, and coordinating team members, contractors, and consultants to achieve project objectives within scope, time, and budget. The role requires collaboration with stakeholders, effective communication, leadership to foster teamwork, resolve conflicts, and deliver business value.

The manager monitors compliance with project governance standards and is responsible for post‑project reviews and lessons learned.

• Project Planning and Execution:
  Define scope, goals and deliverables; develop detailed plans, timelines, budgets; track milestones; perform risk assessments and implement mitigation plans.
• Team Leadership and Communication:
  Motivate team members; facilitate meetings; prepare reports; implement a communication plan; maintain stakeholder communication.
• Budget and Resource Management:
  Create budgets; track costs; allocate resources; adjust plans as needed.
• Quality and Change Control:
  Ensure adherence to methodologies and standards; manage scope changes; conduct post‑project reviews; ensure documentation compliance.
• Stakeholder Collaboration and Reporting:
  Build relationships; deliver progress reports and presentations; ensure projects support strategic goals; maintain documentation.

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, Engineering, Science, or a related field from an accredited institution.

• Minimum 4 years of project management experience involving IT systems, methodologies, and tools.
• Equivalent experience:
  Minimum 8 years.
• Manage small to medium‑sized IT projects independently; coordinate teams and resources; implement governance standards.

• Minimum 6 years of project management experience involving IT systems, methodologies, and tools.
• Equivalent experience:
  Minimum 10 years.
• Lead medium to large‑sized IT projects; collaborate with stakeholders; provide leadership in risk management, change control, and compliance with documentation and governance.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) – strongly desired.
• Agile certifications (e.g., Certified Scrum Master, SAFe Agilist).
• ITIL Foundation certification.
• Advanced certifications in project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2 Practitioner).

• Project Management Tools
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Primavera, or other tools.
  • Familiarity with Agile tools (e.g., Jira, Trello, Rally).
• Technical Knowledge
  • Understanding of IT systems, including programming languages (e.g., Java), databases (e.g., MS SQL Server), and operating systems (e.g., Windows, UNIX).
  • Knowledge of current and emerging IT technologies, cloud platforms, and Internet technologies.
• Soft Skills
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to negotiate and influence stakeholders.
  • Emotional intelligence and conflict resolution.
• Other Skills
  • Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing circumstances.

Georgia System Operations Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including veterans and disabled. We are a drug‑free workplace. All applicants are subject to substance abuse testing.

Salary: $104,900 - $155,200 per year.