Project​/Program Manager IV

Individuals with successful project management experience limited to projects of small scope, limited risk and complexity and/or of short duration. Individuals at this level will typically be assigned to manage projects under the direction of a State supervisor or manager. Individuals with this level of experience are suitable for small Client Agency projects with clear, achievable outcomes, or in assignment as project support on larger projects.

Individuals at this level can also be used to in the capacity of a Project Controller, provided that they can satisfy the basic requirements of that position. Advanced level:
Individuals with a mastery of project management skills, qualifications and experience. This individual shall function effectively with very little supervision, while maintaining a high professional standard. They are assigned to extremely complex and/or high risk projects that reflect the highest priorities of state government. These individuals are comfortable working with the highest levels of state government and are able to contribute to the furtherance of the states' objectives.

These individuals have the necessary skills and experience to assist in statewide project portfolio management and/or IT Investment Management.

THIS IS A PART TIME FOR ONE YEAR ONSITE SCHEDULE WILL BE NEGOTIATED IF SELECTED

Description of Services:

The purpose of this Contract is to obtain Project Management Services for Motor Carrier Applications Development (MCAD). The scope of work includes performing tasks that directly relate to managing project scope, schedule, budget, resources and communication for successful delivery of MCTD projects.

Requirements:

Contractor shall perform all services and meet stated requirements in accordance with the statement of work, delivery schedule, and ODOT standards. Contractor shall coordinate all services with the MCAD Leadership Team and follow MCAD-documented project management practices. Contractor is also required to adhere to tight deadlines and to coordinate and manage a large number of tasks.

Methodology:

ODOT uses a copyrighted Information Technology development methodology called Macroscope. All Contractor documentation deliverables must relate to Macroscope documents or consolidated groups of documents where possible.

Tasks Contractor Shall Perform:

Task 1:
Project Management Services

Contractor shall provide Project Management services to ensure the successful and timely execution of the tasks associated with the projects assigned. Contractor shall perform the specified services as identified below and provide ODOT with the deliverables identified in this WOC. Services include: project development, budget management and scheduling of services, administration, coordination and supervision of services, and communication planning/management for all projects assigned to the contractor.

The contractor shall perform the following project management services:

Manage the assigned projects through the Motor Carrier Application Development (MCAD) development process. This includes preparing and submitting MCAD core deliverables, coordinating peer reviews on required deliverables, and updating and submitting the Final Project Completion Report (M060S) on the assigned projects.

Lead negotiations and discussions at team meetings to arrive at consensus on key decision items. Contractor shall record issues discussed and agreements made as meeting minutes, and provide a copy of the meeting minutes to other attendees.

Provide guidance to the project team.

Negotiate project scope, schedule, and budget with stakeholders. Prepare and submit change requests to reflect any agreed-upon changes following MCAD's change management procedures.

Track deliverable development efforts of MCAD.

Track and monitor tasks within the project schedule.

Facilitate project deliverable review and approval.

Provide leadership to project resources.

Evaluate project on a regular basis to ensure quality of project, timeliness of project decisions and adherence to project scope, schedule, and budget requirements.

Prepare and deliver presentations to various stakeholder groups.

Review project documentation produced by MCAD project teams, and provide recommended changes.

Provide input and collaborate with stakeholders to manage the implementation of the projects

Background Verification
Standard Background Verification

Please perform the following background verification at the point of the candidate's selection for the position:

• Drug Screening (5 Panel)
• SSN Address Trace
• Statewide Criminal History
• Federal Criminal History
• US Criminal Record Locator
• National Sex Offender Registry
• Global Monitor Check

Type Qualification Description Competency Experience Required Skills Communication skills both verbal and written Advanced Yes Skills Microsoft Office Proficient Yes Skills Presentation skills Proficient No Skills Project management Expert Yes