Sr. Project Manager

Sr. Project ManagerPositions in this job family are responsible for all aspects of an assigned project(s) for the agency. Incumbents will plan, coordinate, direct, manage, and implement a project to ensure the stated deliverables, project milestones, and objectives are met. This includes initiating and developing project plans, risk assessments, establishing schedules for resources and tasks, creating project budgets, reports, and change and communication strategies. This position is dedicated to The Department of Transportation (ODOT).Full-time 40-hour work weeks. Support the Information Services Division. Salary is based on education and experience. This is an on-site position located in Oklahoma City, OK.As a Sr. Project Manager with OMES you will enjoy:Generous leave including 15 days of vacation, 15 days of sick leave and 11 paid holidays annually.A comprehensive Benefit Package with a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.ResponsibilitiesProvides coordination, direction, management, or consultation in the planning, development and implementation of projects for the agency. This may include performing a specific function or task for several projects to ensure successful completion of the projects.Collect and analyze project requirements, define scope, create work breakdown structures, and verify and control the scope of the project and budget.Ensures key projects are properly planned to identify resources required, alternatives offered, build consensus, establish and monitor timeframes needed to complete projects according to state or agency deadlines. This includes identifying each stage of the project and assessing its business impact.Serve as a liaison between stakeholders, and all identified partners, vendors, or users of the project.Develops and implements communication and change management plans.Conducts risk assessments and identifies methods to mitigate the identified risks.Creates quotes, amendments, and change orders via established procedures and protocols to include impact on budgets, schedules, and project completion.Monitor and maintain project information such as project objectives, project specifications, schedules, funding, performance, and staffing throughout the life cycle of the project. This may include making changes in scope and re-baselining tracking and delivery, and other stages of the project.Develop and implement strategies for the quality of the product and the project throughout the life cycle of the project and post-project monitoring and assessments by developing and implementing quality control and quality assurance activities.Utilize project management tools for task tracking, reporting status, financial tracking, and resource utilization reporting.Physical Demands and Work EnvironmentThis position works in a comfortable office setting with a computer for a large percentage of the workday. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild. Occasional travel may be required.Minimum QualificationsEducation and experience requirements consist of a bachelor's degree in business administration, computer science, information systems management, or related scientific or technical discipline and five years of experience in project management; or a combination of education and experience.Preference will be given to candidates who possess:Azure DevOps and ServiceNow experienceAgile CertificationScrum CertificationCTC or CEC CertificationSaFe CertificationGreenbelt, Blackbelt or Lean CertificationAbout OMESThe Office of Management and Enterprise Services provides excellent service, expert guidance and continuous improvement in support of our partners' goals. We are a highly qualified workforce committed to serve those who serve Oklahomans and make government run in the most efficient, innovative manner possible.OMES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.Equal Opportunity EmploymentThe State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.