We are looking for an experienced Lead Project Manager to join our team on a contract basis in Bridgeton, Missouri. In this role, you will oversee complex software development projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and align with business goals. The position involves managing a variety of stakeholders, coordinating project phases, and mentoring other project managers within the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.<br>• Manage all phases of projects, adhering to best practices and organizational standards.<br>• Create and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and communication materials.<br>• Facilitate clear and timely communication with team members and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.<br>• Oversee the performance of third-party vendors and ensure alignment with project objectives.<br>• Identify and mitigate risks, dependencies, and potential issues to ensure project success.<br>• Monitor and report on project milestones, deliverables, and overall progress.<br>• Establish and enforce project success criteria and conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned.<br>• Develop templates, tools, and methodologies to streamline project execution and management.<br>• Provide mentorship and leadership to other project managers within the IT department.

• Proficiency in project management software, such as Project, and strong skills in Office tools.<br>• Familiarity with business diagram tools like Visio and relational database concepts.<br>• Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale projects with budgets exceeding one million dollars.<br>• Experience leading complex, multi-vendor projects with multiple workstreams.<br>• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to manage stakeholders and team collaboration.<br>• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and quality assurance practices.<br>• Ability to negotiate resource allocation and manage cross-departmental dependencies.<br>• Proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to stakeholder satisfaction.

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