Full-Time

IT Project Manager

Public Sector

Posted on 11/27/2024

Public Consulting Group

Public Consulting Group

1,001-5,000 employees

Compensation Overview

$115k - $135kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Must reside in the western region of the US; preferred location is Oahu, Hawaii.

Category
Project Management
IT Project Management
IT & Security
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Agile
Risk Management
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 7+ years of overall IT industry experience
  • 5+ years of prior project management experience using both Agile and Waterfall techniques in IT related projects to include operations, infrastructure, and application development projects
  • Strong Microsoft Office applications skills, especially MS Project
  • Ability to use sound judgment in completing tasks and to seek guidance when needed
  • Attention to detail and ability to work with large data sets with accurate results
  • Ability to move projects forward within a specific timeline and budget while working at a detailed level
  • Commitment to exceptional client service
  • Creative problem-solving ability and a consultancy mindset
  • Dedication to accomplishing goals and challenges presented by clients and management
  • Ability to interact with various levels of management and with clients
  • Flexible, self-starter possessing intellectual curiosity
  • Enthusiasm for life-long learning and staying well-informed about current technology and business issues
  • Able to follow, critically evaluate, and improve upon current processes
  • Excellent business writing skills and ability to make presentations to various audiences
  • Ability to recognize issues and identify solutions
Responsibilities
  • Provides project management and technical expertise on large-scale IT projects
  • Oversee development of all deliverables, status reports and other work products
  • Plan and oversee all project work and develop/manage any potential organizational change management strategies or processes that might be needed
  • Provide technical oversight of applicable vendor and/or client processes, methodologies, and tools to minimize risk and validate the applicable requirements, standards and best practices are being followed on the project
  • Perform technical reviews and assessments of vendor and/or client tasks, deliverables, and work products, including providing recommendations for risk mitigation and acceptance
  • Support the goals and outcomes of the project stakeholders
  • Develop, manage, and update Project Plan and other project documents (e.g., Communication Plan, Risk Plan, Stakeholder Register, Resource Plan)
  • Support the client and stakeholders in the planning and strategy discussions on the best approach for addressing risks and issues as they occur, in an effort to ensure that the project remains on schedule and within budget
  • Understand various software development life cycle methodologies and how they are used
  • Participate in business development activities and assist with proposal development
  • Provide management oversight of project budget
  • Manage communications with clients, vendors, and project stakeholders
  • Willingness to learn IV&V
Desired Qualifications
  • Resides in Oahu, Hawaii
  • Hawaii state agency experience
  • Active Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
  • Active Certified Scrum Master (CSM) Certification
  • Organizational Change Management experience
  • Ability to understand both the service delivery system for programs which are administered by states and monitored by federal regulators
  • Ability to understand and be an expert in complex federal regulations and requirements
Public Consulting Group

Public Consulting Group

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Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

1996

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • PCG's role in ASTHO's council fosters innovative public health solutions.
  • Contract with Michigan boosts PCG's leadership in children's behavioral health training.
  • Recognition as a top workplace for disability inclusion attracts diverse talent.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition in digital transformation could impact PCG's market share.
  • Data privacy regulations pose compliance challenges for PCG's public sector projects.
  • Economic uncertainties may affect PCG's revenue in education and health services.

What makes Public Consulting Group unique

  • PCG's focus on community engagement in school safety sets it apart.
  • Winning the 2025 Campus Forward Awards highlights PCG's commitment to diversity and inclusion.
  • PCG's collaboration with NASDDDS enhances quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Bereavement Leave

Remote Work Options

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BOSTON, Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Public Consulting Group (PCG) is pleased to announce that one of its presentation proposals, "The Pivotal Role of Community Engagement in School Safety," has been selected through "Panel Picker," SXSW's competitive public voting process. The panel will be held during the 15th annual SXSW EDU conference in Austin Texas in March, where PCG will once again join thousands of educators, administrators, policymakers, students, industry leaders, and visionaries."Over the past decade, we've engaged with SXSW EDU on some of the most consequential issues surrounding K-12 education nationwide," said Tony McLean Brown, a PCG Principal. "Concerning behaviors associated with school violence often are observed outside of the school environment. SXSW EDU provides a great platform for workshopping collaborative strategies that communities can align around to help prevent school violence and make schools safer for students."The panel will bring together a diverse panel of voices—including media, students, and safety experts—to explore collaborative strategies for fostering safer school environments. Panelists include:Craig Garnett , Publisher of the Uvalde Leader News, Publisher of the John Van Dreal , Author of the Salem-Keizer Cascade modelAuthor of the Salem-Keizer Cascade model Karen Fairley , Executive Director of the Center for Safer Schools in North Carolina, Executive Director of the Center for in Cesar Monagas , MBA Student at The University of Texas at AustinTogether, they will emphasize the importance of community involvement in developing comprehensive approaches to threat assessment and violence prevention.PCG has been selected for past SXSW EDU panels, including "Policy to Practice: Literacy Equity Through the CO Read Act," and "Think Big: We Don't Know What We Don't Know," among others.About Public Consulting GroupPublic 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

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Jan 16th, 2025
Public Consulting Group Wins 2025 Campus Forward Awards

BOSTON, Jan. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Public Consulting Group (PCG) today announced that it has been selected as one of the winners of RippleMatch's 2025 Campus Forward Awards, which recognize the top early career teams and programs in the U.S. The firm received awards for Excellence in Candidate Experience, Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), and Excellence in Recruitment Strategies. In particular, PCG was recognized for its investment in advancing diverse representation and increasing access to opportunity."Building a diverse, inclusive, and engaged community is at the heart of our culture," said Tobi Russell, Chief People Officer. "Though we are proud of the efforts undertaken thus far, we are also committed to continuously enhancing our people strategy so that it supports our employees and helps them better serve our clients."This is the third consecutive year that PCG has ranked in the RippleMatch Campus Forward Awards, which is a testament to the firm's commitment to helping the next generation of talent thrive in the workplace. Over the years, PCG has continued to develop and expand its early career programs, including an annual summer internship program, newly launched neurodiversity internship program, and ongoing partnerships with universities across the country."We are pleased to be recognized by the Campus Forward Awards, particularly in the categories of candidate experience, DEI, and recruitment strategies," said Guy Reynolds, Director of Talent Acquisition

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Jan 16th, 2025
Public Consulting Group Wins 2025 Campus Forward Awards

Public Consulting Group wins 2025 Campus Forward Awards.

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Jan 15th, 2025
Public Consulting Group Awarded Contract By Michigan'S Department Of Health Human Services To Create Center To Improve Access To Training For Children'S Behavioral Health Providers

BOSTON, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- To help improve access to training for behavioral health providers, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has awarded a contract to Public Consulting Group (PCG) following a competitive bid process to develop and implement a Capacity Building Center (CBC)

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Jan 9th, 2025
Public Consulting Group Joins Astho Public-Private Advisory Council To Address Critical Public Health Challenges

BOSTON, Jan. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) has launched an Innovation Advisory Council (IAC), a multisector forum designed to drive collaboration between state and territorial health leaders and private sector executives.Public Consulting Group's (PCG) Human Services Public Health team has been invited to serve on ASTHOʻs Innovation Advisory Council. Itta Johnson, MPH-Associate Manager, and Lillian Shirley, BSN, MPH, MPA-Senior Advisor will represent PCG on the council. The IAC will address critical public health challenges such as data modernization, healthcare access, and health security to foster transformative solutions through knowledge exchange and strategic partnerships."We are elated to join ASTHO's first Innovation Advisory Council!" said PCG Associate Manager Itta Johnson. "Working together with other private organizations alongside the states and territories will allow us to have a focused effort to take action as though the 'box' doesn't exist, developing the strategies needed to continue supporting the health of our communities."PCG will collaborate on complex challenges such as bolstering the U.S. public health infrastructure, improving transparency in supply chains, and exploring opportunities for greater inter-sector cooperation

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