Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. LMI is a digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. They are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the USDA by managing complex projects focused on advanced data analytics and reporting solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, and closure of complex projects focused on data analytics and reporting solutions
- Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations
- Manage project timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget
- Coordinate and manage project teams, including assigning tasks, tracking progress, and facilitating team meetings
- Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring that issues are resolved promptly and effectively
- Facilitate communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and end-users
- Conduct regular project status meetings and reports, providing updates to senior leadership and stakeholders
- Manage project documentation, including project charters, statements of work, and project plans
- Ensure compliance with USDA data governance policies and standards, maintaining data integrity and security
- Manage project procurement activities, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and vendor performance management
- Lead change management efforts to ensure smooth transitions and minimal disruption to ongoing operations
- Monitor project performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) and other metrics, making data-driven decisions to optimize project outcomes
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Data Science, Project Management, or a related field
- 10 Plus years of experience in managing large, complex government contracts that involved data architecture, reporting, and analytics supporting USDA
- Proven experience in managing complex projects, including planning, execution, and closure
- Strong technical skills in data modeling, data warehousing, ETL processes, and data visualization tools
- Demonstrated leadership skills with a track record of successfully managing and delivering large-scale projects
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance as required by the client
- PMP certification or equivalent project management certification
- Master's degree in a related field
- Experience with cloud-based data analytics platforms and tools
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and DevOps practices
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making
- Experience with data governance, data quality, and data security practices
- Knowledge of government mission areas and their specific data reporting requirements
- Experience with systems and/or platforms such as: Salesforce, Pega, EDAPT AIP, Engineering Field Tools (EFT), Field Office Technical Guide (FOTG), Web Soil, Survey (WSS), Soil Data Access (SDA), NASIS (National Soil Information System), and Water and Climate Information System (WCIS)
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