Project Manager

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We are 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, 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 customer-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
• 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
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this remote role is $79,684 - $184,454. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications.

This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance.

This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

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