Project Manager 3

VDOT Sr Project Manager - PMP Required

• Local candidates only please
• Candidate MUST possess PMP certification through PMI.
• Candidate must also be able to work onsite 3 days / week

Job Overview

Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Information Technology Division is seeking a senior Project Manager to manage and deliver complex IT project(s) with multiple teams and work streams coordinated to an aggressive delivery schedule. This project is migrating systems to Azure.

Under the program manager, the project manager is responsible for the outcome of the assigned projects. The project manager leads the team through the Commonwealth Standard for Project Management for successful completion of the project phases : PreSelect, Initiation, Planning, Execution and Control and Closeout.

The selected candidate will :

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Preferred :

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Required / Desired Skills

Skill

Required / Desired

Amount of Exp

Consultant Experience

Consultant Last Used

A proven track record of successfully managing large-scale, complex IT projects, with a specific focus on cloud migrations (preferably Azure).

Required

10

Experience managing migration project budgets and schedules.

Required

Azure services : Familiarity with a wide range of Azure services, including Azure Migrate, Azure Site Recovery, and Azure Database Migration Service

Required

Cloud concepts : A strong understanding of cloud computing principles (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and hybrid cloud environments.

Required

DevOps : Knowledge of DevOps principles and CI / CD pipelines.

Required

Automation : Working knowledge of scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Azure CLI) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Desired

PMP and Agile / Scrum

Required

Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively translate complex technical concepts for all levels of the business

Required

10

Leadership : The ability to guide and motivate cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder expectations.

Required

10

Problem-solving : Strong analytical skills to anticipate and mitigate risks and resolve issues during the migration process.

Required

10

Adaptability : The ability to thrive in a fast- paced, demanding environment and manage multiple concurrent projects.

Required

Azure Certifications (Administrator Associate, Azure Solutions, Architect Expert, Azure Migration / Modernization Specialist)

Desired

Questions

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Question

Consultant Answer

Question1

Commonwealth of Virginia security policies prohibit the use of offshore IT contractors. Do you attest to the fact that your candidate will physically reside within the US for the duration of the assignment?

Question2

Please list candidate's email address.