[Remote] VMS Operations Project Manager 6-Month Contract

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. QuantumWork Advisory is a forward-thinking company at the forefront of workforce technology and transformation advisory. They are seeking a VMS Operations Project Manager to manage small to medium-sized projects, define project scope and deliverables, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success.ResponsibilitiesManages small to medium-sized projects under a larger program of work, or standaloneClarifies project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and executive stakeholdersClarifies project success criteria and disseminates them to stakeholders throughout the project life cycleLeads the development and management of the project work plan, including work sequencing, work breakdown structure, work delivery schedule, and resource allocationIdentifies and resolves issues and conflicts within the project teamManages the project team and deliverables and advises senior leadership of project status, recommendations, and how and when to course correctAdheres to Product Development Life Cycle and in some cases a version of the Agile methodology for systems developmentAdheres to methods, procedures and quality objectives including metrics for assessing progress and provides recommendations on process improvementsMonitors project milestones and critical dates to identify potential jeopardy of project scheduleBuilds, develops, and grows any business relationships vital to the success of the projectCommunicates risks, needs, and status to stakeholdersServes as a consultant to business partners and clients on effective project management practices and toolsKnowledge of change management principals, and ability to plan and execute change management in collaboration with our clientsSkillsExceptional interpersonal skills; the ability to work well with people from many different disciplinesAbility to develop consensus amongst diverse groupsCapability to manage relationships with and advise clients at Sr. Manager level or belowDomain expertise within human capital management requiredStrong presentation and written communication skillsKnowledge of organizational change management principlesProven track record of managing projects; Awareness of effective application of project management methodologies4+ years project management experience or equivalent business management experienceStrong planning experience and project management certificationUnderstanding of consulting methodologies i.e. design thinking methodology experienceBachelor's degreeCompany OverviewQuantumWork Advisory specialized global workforce consulting firm combining deep domain and WorkTech expertise. It was founded in 2021, and is headquartered in Hanover, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://quantumwork.com.