Project Manager Position

Project Manager

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to support critical initiatives for our client located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. This long-term contract position focuses on guiding technology and finance-related efforts, strengthening vendor and procurement activities, and delivering clear reporting for leadership teams. The role calls for someone who can balance project oversight with business analysis, work effectively across departments, and keep complex priorities moving forward with precision.

Responsibilities:

• Direct project activities from planning through execution and rollout, ensuring timelines, scope, and outcomes remain aligned with business goals.

• Administer vendor and supplier agreements related to technology services and purchases, maintaining visibility into terms, performance, and renewal needs.

• Coordinate solicitation and evaluation activities for technology purchasing initiatives, including documentation, stakeholder input, and vendor review processes.

• Gather, assess, and translate business needs into clear requirements and actionable plans in partnership with IT, Finance, Procurement, and operational teams.

• Produce clear status reports, summaries, and presentation materials for executives to support decision-making and program visibility.

• Monitor milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and potential risks, and take proactive steps to keep work streams on track.

• Review spending patterns, contract adherence, and supplier results to identify trends, concerns, and opportunities for better value.

• Lead meetings with internal teams and external partners to drive progress, resolve issues, and maintain accountability across initiatives.

• Recommend process enhancements that improve efficiency, strengthen coordination, and support strategic objectives.

• Contribute to additional high-priority assignments and cross-functional initiatives as directed by technology and finance leadership.