NYPA L2 Project Manager (IT - 1354)
Voyatek

Opportunity Details

Full Time NYPA L2 Project Manager (IT - 1354)

White Plains, NY

Voyatek delivers outcome-driven technology solutions to public sector agencies and higher education institutions nationwide.

For example, our technology:

• • Facilitates access to nutritious food for children of mothers participating in the WIC program
• • Supports first responders in reducing opioid overdoses within their communities
• • Empowers colleges and universities to identify and thwart financial aid fraud
• • Equips teachers with valuable insights to identify students requiring additional support
• • Enhances efficiency for state tax agencies, leading to 99% faster return processing and quicker refunds for taxpayers

With a focus on Tax & Revenue, Health & Human Services, and Justice & Public Safety, Voyatek combines the scale to support large complex projects with the agility and accessibility of a boutique solutions provider. Together, Voyatek and its customers work to improve population wellbeing, create safer communities, and foster a thriving economy.

We're more than a technology company -- we're an outcomes company.

We encourage our employees to think differently, ask tough questions, and relentlessly pursue what's best for our customers and the residents they serve.

We believe that the value of technology is defined by its human impact. If you agree, you've come to the right place.

Voyatek is seeking applicants to occupy the position of Project Manager within our team. Please note that this position requires a commitment to full-time employment and is not open to contractors.

Key Responsibilities:

The Project Manager will be heavily involved in planning, executing, and overseeing diverse technology projects. This key position involves meticulous coordination of project teams, ensuring timely and budget-conscious project delivery, and adeptly managing stakeholder expectations. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, vendors, and stakeholders, the Project Manager is instrumental in driving successful project outcomes.

• Focus on meeting project commitments, including communications with sponsors, stakeholders, and vendors.

• As assigned, support all of the project phases, including initiation, planning, implementation, and closure for an enhanced or new system.

• Develop comprehensive and meticulous project plans, outlining project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements with an emphasis on precision.

• Execute and monitor project activities with a keen eye on adherence to project timelines and budgets.

• Proactively identify and skillfully mitigate project risks, swiftly resolving issues to maintain project momentum.

• Exhibit strong leadership qualities by motivating cross-functional project teams, providing insightful feedback, and fostering a collaborative and positive team environment.

• Engage in regular communication with project stakeholders, providing transparent updates, soliciting feedback, and adeptly managing expectations.

• Ensure seamless alignment between project goals and overarching organizational objectives.

• Skillfully develop project budgets, meticulously tracking expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness.

• Strategically allocate and optimize resources to achieve project objectives efficiently.

• Implement and rigorously enforce quality assurance processes to consistently deliver high-quality project outcomes.

• Conduct thorough project reviews and evaluations to identify areas for improvement and continuous enhancement.

• Maintain comprehensive and organized project documentation, including detailed project plans, progress reports, and insightful post-project evaluations.

• Provide regular and clear status updates to relevant stakeholders, fostering a culture of transparency.

• Collaborate effectively with external vendors and contractors, ensuring their deliverables align with project specifications.

• Skillfully negotiate vendor contracts as needed, demonstrating proficiency in contract management.

Qualifications:

• Understand IT missions and operations.

• Proven track record as a Project Manager, showcasing successful project delivery on time and within budget.

• Ability to function as a Project Manager and/or business functional lead on departmental and/or organization wide projects.

• Demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills, fostering effective collaboration.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• In-depth knowledge of diverse project management methodologies and tools.

• Thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management discipline, including knowledge of waterfall and agile methodologies.

• Thorough understanding of project management phases, techniques and tools: Initiate, Planning: definition/scope/requirements, Execute & Control: scope, work plans, resources, deliverables, Q/A, transition planning, etc., Closure: completion and assessment.

• Strong and tested project management skills including Customer satisfaction management, Sponsor expectation management, Vendor and consultant management, Risk management and issue resolution, financial management including budgeting, forecasting and reporting, Change Management.

• Contribute expertise in assigned area, execute deliverables and ensure that the project team completes project deliverables as outlined based on the project scope and business requirements.

• Ability to promote and maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner consistent with professional standards to get along with members, co-workers, management and vendors.

• Superior inter-personal skills, conflict resolution, and negotiating skills, to ensure open communication across project teams.

• Ability to handle broad-based, often complex, communication for internal and/or external audiences.

• Ability to diffuse emotionally charged situations and use them to constructively build greater shared commitment to end goals.

• Ability to work cross-functionally to solve problems and implement changes, analyze decisions and actions for their support of the larger area's strategic direction; and work with senior management to resolve more complex problems.

• Demonstrated understanding of technical skills in all phases of systems analysis techniques.

• Outstanding record of project management success, both in results achieved and in use of professional methodology.

• Pro-active in developing and implementing strategies that significantly mitigate risk.

• Understanding of the SDLC and other life cycles for the deployment of infrastructure, networking and other non-software projects.

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP) is desired.

• Certifications in industry standards (e.g., ITIL) is desired.

The wage range for this role reflects the wide array of factors considered in compensation decisions. These factors include, but are not limited to, skill sets, experience, training, licensure and certifications, and geographic location. Compensation decisions are based on the unique facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the hourly range is $51.00 - $56.00.

At Voyatek, we believe in supporting our employees with a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Please note that eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on your role and employment status.

• • Flexible Work Schedules
• • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• • Medical, Limited, & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• • Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contributions
• • Company-Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance
• • Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• • Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match and Immediate Vesting
• • Wellhub Fitness and Wellness Platform
• • Pet Insurance
• • Training Opportunities
• • Employee Referral Bonus Program

We are committed to fostering a workplace that supports both your personal and professional aspirations.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a compliant workplace, all final candidates will undergo and must successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check. The background check may include, but is not limited to, verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant checks. Background check results will be evaluated in accordance with applicable law. For certain positions, additional client-specific background screenings may be required at the time of hire or in the future, in accordance with client requirements.

If you think you are a good fit for us, we encourage you to apply. Check out our career website for all open positions!

Voyatek provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Voyatek will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status or domestic violence victim status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Employment decisions include all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment and hiring, job assignment/ placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, rates of pay or other compensation, internship, and training.

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