Project Manager

Data-Core Systems, Inc. is a provider of information technology, consulting, and business process services. We offer breakthrough tech solutions and have worked with companies, hospitals, universities, and government organizations. A proven partner with a passion for client satisfaction, we combine technology innovation, business process expertise and a global, collaborative workforce that exemplifies the future of work. For more information about Data-Core Systems, Inc., please visit https://datacoresystems.com/.

Data-Core Systems Inc. is seeking Project Manager to be a part of our Consulting team. You will participate and effectively contribute to the design, development, and implementation of complex applications, often using new technologies. You will provide technical expertise and systems design for individual initiatives. You will have the opportunity to work with other SME consultants from our existing team.

Local to Richmond, VA only.

The Project Manager will be responsible for managing projects that support upgrades and replacements of enterprise technology systems, and conducting discussions, and workshops with a broad audience of stakeholders.

Essential Duties:

• Manage assigned projects (including planning, monitoring, and controlling) from concept through execution
• Organize project activities into manageable work efforts and determine an effective approach to completing the work, as outlined in project plans.
• Collaborate with staff across all levels to ensure high-quality deliverables and excellence in client satisfaction.
• Coordinate and adjust work efforts with the team to ensure that work is completed within the parameters of the agreed-to schedule.
  
• Manage business process re-engineering initiatives.
• Recommend process changes that remove silos and foster collaboration, efficiency, and modernization in operations.
• Conduct and facilitate Business Process Mapping (BPM) sessions.
• Document current as-is business processes, capturing redundancies, gaps, and inefficiencies.
• Provide an analysis of processes including gaps, value propositions, and recommendations.
• Provide an assessment of capabilities and limitations of current and proposed business practices using industry best practices.
• Document the envisioned to-be business processes (mapped) to the appropriate solution.
• Document additional business processes /practices as needed.
• Review city ordinances and state code for alignment with current and new business processes and operating procedures.
• Develop a centralized document management system.
  
• PMP designation and/or Agile Scrum Master Certification is preferred.

Experience and Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite especially in Visio, PowerPoint, Teams, and Project Management software.
• Knowledge/experience in CIS/CRM/Field Services systems and operations preferably in government and utility operations.
• High degree of professionalism and confidentiality in all aspects of the position.
• Ability to lead meetings and discussions with employees in all roles and levels.
• Ability to successfully manage project schedules and workload.
• Advanced proficiency in project management concepts, especially the coordination of cross-functional projects.
• 10+ years of relevant project management experience developing, managing, and implementing multi-disciplinary project deliverables with minimal supervision preferably in utilities and government.
• Extensive experience conducting stakeholder interviews, workshops, and managing process re-engineering initiatives.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree or higher in Business, Technology, or a related field of study is required.
• Current Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI).
• Solid understanding of software development life cycle models as well as expert knowledge of both Agile and Waterfall project management principles.
• Proficienct in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Visio, PowerPoint, Project Server)
  

We are an equal opportunity employer.