Software Project Manager – Orange County, CA
Sierra Cybernetics is seeking a Software Project Manager to work for us supporting our Orange County Superior Court government client.
The Court wants to improve one of its processes by procuring a third-party software package for a new Case Management System (CMS) solution, which will replace the current system with customization and data exchanges to other agency systems related to the process.
This is an 8+ month contract assignment, fully remote.
Open to US citizens, green card holders, or H1-B candidates.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Project Planning:
Develop comprehensive project plans that define project scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resources required.
Work with stakeholders to identify project requirements and constraints.
2. Execution and Monitoring:
Lead project teams and ensure the execution of tasks according to the project plan.
Monitor project progress, track deliverables, and adjust project plans as needed.
3. Stakeholder Management:
Collaborate with clients, team members, and other stakeholders to understand and manage expectations.
Communicate project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders in a timely and clear manner.
4. Risk Management:
Identify and assess project risks, develop risk mitigation strategies, and implement action plans to reduce or eliminate project risks.
5. Quality Assurance:
Establish and enforce project standards and ensure that project deliverables meet quality requirements.
Conduct project reviews and implement lessons learned to improve future projects.
6. Reporting:
Prepare and present regular project status reports to stakeholders and senior management.
Document and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
Qualifications:
5+ Year of proven experience as a Project Manager, with a successful track record of managing complex system integration and/or development projects from initiation to completion.
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.
Previous government experience preferred.
Previous experience in an Azure environment preferred.
Strong knowledge of project management tools and methodologies.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to demonstrate and maintain professionalism when interacting with various levels of Court staff, project vendors, etc