IT Program Manager (Hybrid)

Job Title :

IT Program Manager (Hybrid)

Location : Atlanta, GA

Duration : 8 months

Pay Rate :

$75.26 / hr on C2C / 1099 / W2 all inclusive

Interview Process :

Web Cam Interview Only

Note :

HYBRID work option : However, the selected candidate must be available to report onsite as directed by the client. Do you accept this requirement?

The selected candidate will be expected to start their engagement no later than 2 weeks (10 business days) from the client's selection date. Do you accept this requirement?

Does the candidate have an active PMP Certification from PMI or equivalent?

Job Description

Responsibilities :

Under general supervision, manages and coordinates all tasks associated with small, medium, and large-scale projects of moderate to high complexity and risk.

Oversees and / or provides project management consultation across all phases of the project and software development life cycle (SDLC).

Collaborates closely with OIT team, DAS business leads, vendors, business analysts, and subject matter experts across system support teams.

Manages projects in alignment with Statements of Work (SOWs), vendor contracts, and directives from the project steering committee.

During project initiation, assist clients in identifying the most effective strategies to achieve objectives.

In the planning phase, develops and maintains project management tools, including plans for scope, risk, communication, change control, and performance tracking.

Monitors project performance throughout execution, reporting regularly to leadership on status, key milestones, and emerging risks.

Provides ongoing guidance to project teams, leads status meetings, evaluates proposed scope changes, and advises project sponsors on recommended actions.

Conducts product verification at project close to ensure deliverables meet client expectations and facilitates lessons learned reviews for continuous improvement.

Job Duties :

Oversees and manages ongoing project costs, schedules, resources, scope, issues, and risks. Prepares or reviews time and cost estimates, project plans, schedules, and budgets.

Facilitates process assessments and leads redesign efforts to drive operational improvements and efficiencies.

Collaborates with the project steering committee and senior project management to optimize project processes for successful outcomes.

Coordinates with business leads, vendor project managers, and quality assurance teams to ensure adherence to established project standards, procedures, and quality benchmarks.

Leads or facilitates project kickoff meetings, clearly defining roles, responsibilities, and expectations. Ensures all team members are equipped with the necessary tools and training for effective performance.

Manages project scope, using relevant data and analysis to support negotiations related to time, cost, and quality expectations.

Develops, monitors, and coordinates key project activities such as scheduling, progress tracking, reporting, and managing change initiatives.

Provides leadership and direction to project teams, including scheduling, tracking task completion, and reviewing project deliverables.

Monitors project milestones and critical deadlines, proactively identifying risks to timelines and working to mitigate schedule impacts. Keeps leadership informed of significant issues.

Evaluates project variances, collects performance metrics, and implements adjustments to ensure the project stays within scope, budget, and quality parameters.

Conducts formal reviews with business sponsors and OIT leadership throughout the project lifecycle and upon completion to confirm satisfaction and acceptance of deliverables.

Offers constructive feedback to team members to improve individual and overall project performance.

Builds and maintains productive working relationships with project sponsors, vendors, and key stakeholders to ensure alignment and support.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field or specialized training and three years of IT project management experience.

PMP certification from PMI or equivalent certification.

7 years' experience leading projects of moderate to high complexity.

Hands-on experience with MS Project, MS Visio, SharePoint 2013, and MS O365.

Top Skills & Years of Experience

Required / Desired Skills

Skill

Required / Desired

Amount

of Experience

PMP Certification from PMI or equivalent. (MUST UPLOAD CERTIFICATION)

Required

Experience within the last 5 years leading / coordinating vendor managed projects.

Highly desired

Years

Bachelor's degree in related field or specialized training and IT project management experience.

Required

Years

Hands-on experience with MS Project, MS Visio, SharePoint 2013, and MS O365.

Required

Years

Experience working in public sector IT.

Highly desired

Experience working in an outsourced environment.

Highly desired

Executive level written and oral communication skills.

Highly desired

Communication skills both verbal and written.

Required

Years

Microsoft Office

Required

Years

MS Project

Required

Years

Presentation skills

Required

Years

Project management.

Required

Years

Sharepoint.

Required

Years

Teams.

Required

Years

Recruiter Details :

Name : Ananya at gsksolutions dot com

Contact : Eight three two-Nine nine zero-Two four two seven

About US :

GSK Solutions Inc. is a premier information technology services company dedicated to delivering exceptional consulting solutions and staff augmentation to our valued clients. With an unwavering commitment to quality, timeliness, and budgetary considerations, we consistently strive to exceed client expectations, building a strong reputation through our reliable execution. Our expertise spans commercial and custom product development, covering information security, software development, consulting, and IT audits. We excel in managing critical, time-sensitive projects for Fortune 500 clients nationwide, ensuring their success is always at the forefront of our mission.