IV&V Project Manager – Hybrid – Onsite Interview

 

Job Title: IT Project Manager 
Location: Hybrid / Lansing, MI
Duration: 1 year with possible extension
Interview Process: In-Person Interview

Visa: Any visa Acceptable

Job description

POSITION DUTIES

• Conduct IV&V activities across assigned DTMB projects, ensuring objective, independent assessment of project health, deliverables, and compliance with DTMB standards.
• Review key project documentation, including charters, project management plans, schedules, risk registers, and contracts.
• Evaluate deliverables for quality, completeness, and adherence to requirements.
• Identify risks, issues, and deficiencies early, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Monitor project progress against scope, schedule, budget, and quality metrics.
• Develop and deliver:

o   IV&V Service Plans for assigned projects.

o   Monthly Project Health Assessment Reports.

o   Independent Deliverable Review Assessments.

o   Risk and Issue Logs with mitigation recommendations.

o   Executive Briefings for Steering Committees and leadership as needed.

o   Final IV&V Summary Reports at project closeout.

• Collaborate with project managers, agency stakeholders, and executive sponsors while maintaining independence of judgment.
• Ensure all reports and documentation meet DTMB’s quality standards and templates.

 

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum 5 years of IT project managementexperience, preferably supporting large, complex technology initiatives.
• Minimum 5 years providing Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V)or equivalent quality assurance services.
• Demonstrated experience supporting high-visibility, politically sensitive projectsin a public sector or highly regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of project management frameworks (e.g., PMI’s PMBOK), risk management practices, and quality assurance principles.
• Excellent analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare professional-grade reports and executive briefings.
• Proven ability to assess project health objectively and recommend actionable solutions.

 

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field (required).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred).
• Additional certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) are a plus.