Technical Project Manager

Category: Project Management

Main location: United States, California, Sacramento

Position ID: J0624-0852

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Description:

Make an impact like never before!

We are seeking a Senior Technical Project Manager to lead a local Northern California public sector client to successfully transform how they provide services to their citizens. When you join us, you’ll play a key role working with customers and other stakeholders to develop and implement solutions in a complex, highly dynamic environment.

This position is located at our Sacramento, CA office with work performed at the client site in Sacramento, CA area. You will be required to be at the client’s site 3-4 days per week.

This is an exciting full-time opportunity to work in a fast-paced team environment. We will support our clients working side-by-side in a collaborative environment modernizing their existing technology.

We’re a close-knit team that has access to global resources. You’ll have the opportunity to explore a wide range of industries, technologies, and geographies, all while enjoying the personal touch that our local operating approach offers.

Growth at CGI is driven by your goals, so if you’re looking for an inclusive place where you’re empowered to chart your own path, then we’d love to meet you.

How we’re transforming Government

We use technical expertise and secure solutions to help government reinvent the ways of working to improve citizen services and increase efficiency. Our work helps civil entities provide services transparently and with fewer resources.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

How you'll make an impact

We are seeking a dynamic leader that will be the face to the client for a high-profile system replacement and implementation. The project requires hybrid-agile delivery to successfully implement on-time with high-quality for stakeholders.

Project Planning and Execution:

• Oversee detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets

• Lead project teams in executing projects according to the defined scope, timeline, and budget

• Monitor project progress and adjust plans as necessary to ensure successful delivery

Stakeholder Communication:

• Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including clients, team members, and senior management

• Regularly update stakeholders on project status, risks, and issues

• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project team members

Risk Management:

• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies

• Proactively address issues and obstacles that may impact project success

• Ensure adherence to project quality standards and compliance with relevant client regulations

Resource Management:

• Allocate resources, including personnel, equipment, and budget, to meet project objectives

• Collaborate with resource managers to ensure the availability of skilled team members

• Optimize resource allocation for efficiency and cost-effectiveness

Change Management:

• Assess the impact of changes to project scope or requirements and manage change requests

• Ensure that changes are properly documented, approved, and communicated to relevant stakeholders

• Minimize scope creep and its effect on project timelines and budgets

Team Leadership:

• Provide leadership and guidance to project team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment

• Set clear expectations, assign responsibilities, and mentor junior project managers if applicable

• Resolve team conflicts and address performance issues as necessary

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including plans, schedules, status reports, and issue logs

• Generate regular project reports for management and stakeholders

Capture lessons learned and best practices for future projects.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

What you'll bring

• Minimum of 10 years or more of relevant Senior Project Manager

experience with 2 years of which should come from large value and highly complex systems implementations.

o Extensive experience in project management, including leading and successfully delivering complex projects.

• PMP Certified – PMI (Project Management Institute)

• 2+ years of experience -- Agile or Hybrid-Agile Delivery Management

o Two of which were on large and complex IT system implementation project(s)

• 2 years’ experience in Microsoft Project

• Managed "Public Sector" Information Technology and Applications System Implementation projects.

Skills:

• Proficiency in project management methodologies, tools, and software. This includes creating and managing project plans, schedules, budgets, and resources

• Strong leadership and team management skills to effectively lead project teams and motivate team members

• A focus on meeting client needs and ensuring client satisfaction

• Sound judgment and decision-making abilities, especially in high-pressure situations

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with stakeholders, team members, and clients

• Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks effectively

• Strong problem-solving skills to address issues and obstacles that arise during projects

• Experience in change management to handle scope changes and adapt to evolving project requirements

• Knowledge of quality assurance and quality control processes to ensure project deliverables meet required standards

• Proficient negotiation skills for dealing with vendors, clients, and team members

• Understanding of project financials, including budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting

Effective conflict resolution skills to address disagreements and maintain a positive team dynamic.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS/NON-ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Agile/Scrum Delivery

• Systems Implementation Public Portals, and 3rd Party Integrations

• Experience with Microsoft .NET Core/Cloud implementations

“CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $119,500 - $209,100."

At CGI we call our professionals “members” to reinforce that all who join our team are, as owners, empowered to participate in the challenges and rewards that come from building a world-class company. CGI’s benefits include:

• Competitive base salaries

• Eligibility to participate in an attractive Share Purchase Plan (SPP) in which the company matches dollar-for-dollar contributions made by eligible employees, up to a maximum, for their job category

• 401(k) Plan and Profit Participation for eligible members

• Generous holidays, vacation, and sick leave plans

• Comprehensive insurance plans that include, among other benefits, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, out-of-county emergency coverage in all countries of employment;

• Back-up child care, Pet insurance, a Member Assistance Program, a 529 college savings program, a personal financial management tool, lifestyle management programs and more

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Skills:

• Agile Delivery Management

• Change Management

• Communications Management

• Leadership

• Microsoft Project

• Project Management

• Resource Management

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics.

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