Software Development Project Manager, Albany, NY

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Job Description

Software Development Project Manager

Oversee complex programs that drive impactful mission outcomes for our customers as a Senior Software Development Project Manager . Here, you’ll see the bigger picture on mission initiatives and where your program management career can go at GDIT.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

The work you’ll do will be impactful to the mission of our NYS customer. You will play a crucial role as you join our team in partnership with New York State of Health (NYSoH) to provide comprehensive health coverage to more than 7.0 million New Yorkers through its Health Benefit Exchange (HBE) 

• Develop, manage, and execute software development project plans, drive cross-functional team deliverables and schedules, and see projects through to completion and ensure that deadlines and requirements are met. 
• Manage scope, review project status, and understand how to assess project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. Identify and manage risks.
• Provide definitive direction to drive efficiency in project execution and accuracy ensuring on-time delivery, and within budget.
• Manage communication of progress to internal and external stakeholders and escalate issues as necessary.
• Actively monitor project progress with an emphasis on problem solving.
• Use project management tools and processes to keep the budget and timeline on track

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Bring your program management expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, OR equivalent combination of education and experience  

Experience:

• Ten (10) years or more of IT experience
• Must have a minimum of 7+ years of overall experience in leading software implementation projects, which included development and delivery to customers
• At least five (5) years of experience project management frameworks and best practices and the systems and software development life cycle, including scope, schedule, and risk identification and management.
• Healthcare experience is a plus.

Skills:

• MS Project proficiency
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills

Certification

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
● Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.

Work Requirements

Years of Experience

10 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

Less than 10%