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COOLSOFT • Lansing, MI • 13h ago

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Requirement id 158981

Job title Manager

Job location in Lansing, MI

Skills required Stakeholder Management, -, -,

Open Date 28-Aug-2026

Close Date

Job @type Contract

Duration 13 Months

Compensation DOE

Status requirement ---

Job interview @type ---

Email Recruiter:coolsoft

Job Description Manager: Stakeholder Management, -, -,

Start date :9/14/2026

End Date :09/30/2027

Submission deadline :9/3/2026 10:00:00 AM

Client Info : EPMO

Note:

Interview Process: Virtual Interview via MS Teams video. Please use laptop and be prepared to share screen if asked.

Hybrid: Resource will be working a hybrid schedule. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week. (Onsite days are Tuesday/Wednesday)

Local candidates (candidate MUST reside in the State of Michigan by the time of submission)

Description:

This position provides oversight, leadership, accountability and project management functions for large strategic projects and programs with high visibility at the Agency Executive level. These projects and programs require a fully dedicated project manager due to the level of complexity, degree of intricate detail and accountability to executive leadership. Strategic projects typically have a large diverse set of stakeholders, utilize vendor participation, require coordination of multiple complex schedules and significant integration with other systems. Strategic projects typically have durations of 2 years or longer with 50 or more team members, require communication at the Agency Executive level and have a significant risk. This position will ensure consistency with the State of Michigan project management methodology (SUITE), perform long-term release planning based on organizational direction, regularly interact with the project management teams for status of budget, quality and schedule, escalate issues and risks as needed to executives and exercise project quality control activities to ensure project scope expectations are met.

Job Responsibilities:

Manage direct engagement with stakeholders and vendors, dedicating approximately 15-20% of time to executive-level communication, including high-level project oversight, stakeholder alignment, and leading monthly sponsor meetings to provide project health updates

Establish and monitor project controlling methods to ensure timely knowledge and awareness of changes to project cost, quality or schedule.

Provide planning, staffing, and reporting to ensure the successful completion of assigned projects according to the sponsors goals and objectives. Planning, staffing and reporting should adhere to the State of Michigans SUITE Project Management Methodology and the Agencys project prioritization process. Planning, staffing and reporting spans the entire lifecycle of the project from initiation to closeout.

Directs and coordinates the day-to-day activities, tasks and deliverables required from the project team according to the project plan.

Perform miscellaneous functions as needed to contribute to the overall operation and objectives of the Department of Technology, Management & Budget (DTMB).

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of experience working effectively in team environments within matrix organizations

5+ years of experience resolving complex, high-priority conflicts and competing requirements

5+ years of experience applying Project Management principles, methodologies, and best practices

5+ years of experience with system development methodologies for building new systems and enhancing existing information systems

5+ years of experience communicating stakeholder needs clearly and effectively

5+ years of experience analyzing data, identifying problems, and developing actionable solutions

5+ years of experience communicating across teams, building consensus, facilitating working sessions, and negotiating outcomes

5+ years of experience managing stakeholder relationships, maintaining positive interactions, and resolving issues

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience working in a government or public sector en

Call502-379-4456 Ext 100for more details. Please provide Requirement id: 158981 while calling.

EOE Protected Veterans/Disability

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