Sr Project Manager

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve lives. Founded in 1986, PCG employs approximately 2,000 professionals throughout the U.S.—all committed to delivering solutions that change lives for the better. The firm is a member of a family of companies with experience in all 50 states, and clients in three Canadian provinces and Europe. PCG offers clients a multidisciplinary approach to meet challenges, pursue opportunities, and serve constituents across the public sector. To learn more, visit www.publicconsultinggroup.com.

Our Education team offers consulting services and technology solutions to help schools, school districts, and state education agencies/ministries of education promote student success, improve programs and processes, and optimize financial resources. We work with clients to ensure all students have what they need to succeed.

Services:

• Teaching

• Learning Solutions

• Data Systems

• IT Solutions

• Financial Solutions

• Equity in Education

• Equitable Education

• Recovery Services

Education Practice Area
Our Senior Project Managers perform software development implementations and production support using project management best practices and formal systems development life cycle processes. Our project managers provide hands-on project management and support for multiple projects across the practice area in accordance with the strategic vision set forth by the Project Management Office (PMO).

We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking information technology project manager who thrives on solving complex problems, driving meaningful outcomes, and leading cross-functional teams with purpose. This role is about owning the vision, navigating ambiguity, and delivering value through thorough planning and execution.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Accountable for leading projects, small to large scale ($100,000 to $3,000,000+), from concept to completion with a focus on stakeholder engagement and measurable results.

• Facilitate decision-making by synthesizing information, asking the right questions, and challenging assumptions.

• Actively utilize Project Management Institute (PMI) methods, and aid others in project management best practices that includes but not limited to:

• • Scope Management (change requests)

  • Time Management (schedules)

  • Cost Management (budget, costs, and pricing)

  • Quality Management (quality and testing)

  • Communications Management (reporting and escalations)

  • Risk/Issue Management

  • Stakeholder Management

  • Systems Development Life Cycle

• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, leadership, and team members, providing insights not just updates.

• Proven ability to build relationships and negotiate with clients.

• Provide project management guidance and direction to consultants to support the PMO, and Region initiatives.

• Work with management to resolve resource constraints and build capacity in project teams.

• Ability to lead and direct team members in a matrix organization.

• Proven ability to apply advanced problem-solving techniques (root cause analysis, alternatives, and solutions) to connect the dots, see the bigger picture and efficiently resolve issues.

• Proven ability to identify and implement project improvement opportunities.

• Ensure projects meet or exceed objectives.

• Advise and support strategic initiatives to mature project management best practices with staff.

• Develop and deliver project management trainings.

• Provide after-hours support and travel, as required.

Required Skills

• Proficient in managing so