Project Manager, IT Project Manager, IT Consultant

Req :338500

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Project Manager to join our team in Tallahassee, Florida (US-FL), United States (US).

The Project Manager will oversee and ensure the success of all project phases within the FL MFN initiative, including Contract Implementation and Migration, agency-specific Implementation and Migration, and Post-Migration Steady State. This role requires a proactive leader with strong organizational and communication skills, capable of managing cross-functional teams and delivering results within defined constraints.

• Lead and direct project teams to deliver outcomes on time, within budget, and aligned with resource availability.
• Manage the full project lifecycle from initiation through closure, ensuring alignment with contractual obligations and client expectations.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans using Microsoft Project, tracking milestones, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with agency stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation and migration activities.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues, implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Facilitate regular status meetings and provide updates to the Program Manager and client leadership.
• Ensure compliance with DMS-approved methodologies and standards.
• Support post-migration steady-state operations and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Apply change, risk, and resource management strategies across all phases of the project.
• Prepare and present reports for program leadership and client stakeholders.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to resolve escalated issues and ensure service continuity.
• Assist in onboarding and training project team members to align with program goals and delivery standards.

• 5+ years supporting telecommunications or networking contracts
• Proven ability to lead and direct teams in complex project environments.
• Demonstrated experience applying project management methodologies (e.g., PMBOK, Agile, Lean).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project for scheduling and resource management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Relevant project management certification such as PMP, CSM, CompTIA Project+, Lean Six Sigma, or an equivalent approved by DMS.
• Experience managing multiple large-scale projects simultaneously.
• Advanced degree in project management or a related field.
• Additional certifications in project management methodologies.

• Experience managing public sector or government contracts.
• Familiarity with digital transformation, cloud migration, or ERP implementations.
• Ability to manage multiple agency-specific projects concurrently.
• Experience working in a matrixed organization with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in achieving quality assurance goals and managing client relationships at the executive level.
• Experience managing IT contract personnel across multiple technical domains and locations.
• Expertise in scheduling resources against contract and government-directed priorities.
• Strong presentation skills for communicating with senior government officials.

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Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future.

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