Offer summary

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, Strong understanding of project management methodologies, PMP certification from PMI, Proficiency in Jira and other standard PM tools.

Key responsibilities:

Manage the scope of the project to ensure objectives are met within defined boundaries

Conduct organizational readiness assessments and develop training programs for end users

Identify and manage project risks, developing mitigation strategies as needed

Develop and maintain project budget, track expenditures, and report variances.

Job description

Project Manager – School District
Salary: $90-$145k
Location: Remote

Sabot Consulting is seeking a Project Manager to manage the implementation of a new digital student engagement system. This system will streamline and optimize education operations across departments, enhancing operational efficiency, data visibility, and scalability to meet future needs. The consultant will oversee and manage all key phases of the project lifecycle including initiation, planning, execution, & monitoring. The Project Manager will ensure the project is delivered on time, within scope, and on budget, while adhering to best practices in change management and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities:

Manage the scope of the project to ensure objectives are met within the defined boundaries
Manage interesting projects spanning from Enterprise system implementations, network infrastructure upgrades, IAM, & Cybersecurity upgrades, to other major technology related implementations.
Manage project scope, track tasks, and handle change orders to ensure objectives are met within defined boundaries.
Conduct an organizational readiness assessment to evaluate how prepared teams are for the changes associated with the ERP implementation.
Identify any gaps in readiness & develop strategies to address them.
Develop & execute a comprehensive training program for all end users & administrators.
Tailor training to different roles & responsibilities within the organization.
Implement and monitor quality assurance processes to ensure deliverables meet standards.
Identify, assess, and manage project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and update the risk log.
Administer requests for changes in project scope or budget through a formal Project Change Request process.
Ensure changes are documented, reviewed, and approved before implementation.
Identify stakeholders & ensure that they are engaged throughout the project life cycle.
Develop a communication plan that informs stakeholders of project goals, timelines, and potential impacts on their roles.
Conduct status calls, track and resolve issues, and provide regular status reports.
Prepare and deliver necessary project documentation, ensuring organization and submission to stakeholders.
Administer and document project scope or budget changes through a formal process.
Support executive steering committee, develop agendas, and maintain decision logs.
Engage stakeholders, conduct readiness assessments, develop training programs, and manage resistance.
Develop and maintain project budget, track expenditures, report variances, and ensure compliance with financial policies.

Must Have:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
Strong understanding of project management methodologies
PMP certification from PMI
Proficiency in Jira and other standard PM tools
Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
Exceptional communication and leadership skills
Knowledge of change management and risk mitigation best practices

Nice to Have:

Experience with County level educational business structures and IT Teams
Experience with school board/director level IT change management and system implementations

About Us: Sabot Consulting is a management consulting company focused on providing technical and management consulting to IT executives and managers in strategic, operational, and project-based practice areas. Our focus on providing expert staff that have the knowledge, experience, and professionalism to engage the client at all levels is the key to our success.

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