Project Manager

Job Title: Technical Project Manager
Location: Saint Louis, MO
Employment Type: Contract

About Us:

DMV IT Service LLC is a trusted IT consulting firm, established in 2020. We specialize in optimizing IT infrastructure, providing expert guidance, and supporting workforce needs with top-tier staffing services. Our expertise spans system administration, cybersecurity, networking, and IT operations. We empower our clients to achieve their technology goals with a client-focused approach that includes online training and job placements, fostering long-term IT success.

Job Purpose:

We are seeking an experienced Technical Project Manager (TPM) to lead and manage the full lifecycle of software implementations. This role is critical to ensuring timely, cost-effective, and quality project delivery while maintaining clear communication between technical teams, business units, and third-party vendors. The ideal candidate will combine strong project management expertise with technical acumen in areas such as system architecture, infrastructure, networking, cloud platforms, and Active Directory (AD).

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and vendor submissions, identifying potential security and compliance risks.
• Maintain project timelines, scope, and budgets through proactive planning and risk management.
• Provide clear and consistent communication to internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Independently manage and drive project decisions while collaborating with cross-functional teams on changes in scope or schedule.
• Monitor project performance and maintain strong client and vendor relationships.
• Develop and update all project-related documentation, including daily status reports.
• Identify potential risks early and take corrective action to ensure smooth project execution.
• Communicate project goals, expectations, and risks across all levels of the organization, escalating when necessary.
• Ensure all change control processes align with company standards and that delivery goals are met.
• Oversee the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and coordinate internal and external resources.
• Provide high-level technical guidance to teams and ensure all efforts align with security and architectural standards.
• Maintain comprehensive customer-facing documentation, clearly defining stakeholder roles and responsibilities.
• Organize and maintain all relevant documentation, including RACI matrices, RAID logs, and project archives.
• Assist executive leadership, including the CIO, with strategic initiatives, ideation, and solution development.
• Step in to support implementation activities during resource shortages and assist with software administration or audit-related reporting when needed.

Required Skills & Experience

• Hands-on experience with project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall.
• Familiarity with project tracking and collaboration tools such as Monday.com, Smartsheets, Jira, Excel, and ITSM platforms.
• Working knowledge of software development life cycles and system architecture principles.
• Knowledge of Oracle Database architecture is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to assess, manage, and mitigate risks throughout all phases of a project.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify technical details for diverse audiences.
• Strong leadership capabilities, including team motivation and fostering accountability.
• Analytical mindset, capable of interpreting performance metrics to improve project outcomes.
• Effective problem solver, able to anticipate and resolve challenges in dynamic environments.
• Proven ability to manage relationships with clients, internal stakeholders, and external vendors.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple priorities at once.
• Adaptable to changing requirements while maintaining a focus on key deliverables.
• Skilled in creating and maintaining project documentation including RACI charts, RAID logs, and progress updates.
• Understanding of financial management, including budgeting and cost control.
• Capable of providing technical leadership and ensuring alignment with IT and security best practices.
• Self-motivated, able to operate independently with minimal supervision, and results-driven.