IT Project Manager

Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101

Hours: Full-time - 35 Hours

The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Technology and Innovation (T&I) Division seeks an IT Project Manager to oversee T&I Project Management Office activities and lead multiple Enterprise level software development projects. Reporting directly to the CIO, the selected candidate will drive all aspects of the software development lifecycle from initiation to closeout and facilitate cohesion between T&I Enterprise projects.

These projects involve a broad range of business functions that support the administration of New York City Capital Construction work and include Front End Planning; Design management; Scheduling; Contract Procurement/Administration; and Payment Management (to name a few). The IT Project Manager will also manage one or more project teams during technical design and implementation and be responsible for Business Analysis and Requirements gathering, where necessary, by working with the subject matter experts within the department. In addition, duties include coordinating internal resources and third parties/vendors for the execution of projects; ensuring that all projects are delivered on time, within the scope, and within budget; assisting in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, and ensuring technical feasibility; and ensure resource availability and allocation. The selected candidate will develop detailed project plan to monitor and track progress; manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques; and measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.

The IT Project Manager will report and escalate to management as needed, perform risk management to minimize project risks, establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors, and create and maintain comprehensive project documentation. In addition, successfully manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders and track the budget and expenses for related project consultants and activities.

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.

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Minimum Qualifications

1.A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of satisfactory full-time experience related to the area(s) required by the particular position; or,

2.Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.

Preferred Skills

Candidates should have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to understand business requirements and document them into functional specifications. Proficiency in one or more PM software applications (MS Project) and Visio skills to create workflows based on business needs.

Strong process methodology with a preference for Agile the ability to translate a given design and or business strategy into a detailed execution plan, and lead others to gather all pertinent information critical to the success of the project is a plus. Candidates with solid attention to detail, as well as multi-tasking skills, accuracy, and quality skills, along with a high level of organizational awareness is preferred. Candidates must be structured and ordered, be concise, detailed, and well-structured at notetaking, and possess strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills. PMP certification or similar preferred.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.