Project Manager – Consultant - 26-03440

Job Title: Project Manager – Consultant

Duration: 12 Months
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (Onsite with eligibility for partial remote work after initial onboarding period and milestone completion)

Desired Location:

Columbia, South Carolina

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager – Consultant to lead complex, high-impact initiatives within a public sector environment. This role focuses on driving application migration and modernization projects, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy, improving operational efficiency, and optimizing technology platforms.

This is a high-visibility role ideal for professionals who thrive in dynamic environments, manage multiple priorities effectively, and deliver measurable results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage complex projects using hybrid Agile methodologies
• Oversee application migration and modernization initiatives
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
• Develop and present executive-level project updates and reports
• Facilitate collaboration between business stakeholders, product owners, and technical teams
• Lead Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives
• Mentor and coach junior project managers and team members
• Support enterprise-level planning and system integration efforts
• Manage vendors, contracts, and ensure compliance with procurement policies
• Interpret and apply policies, regulations, and governance standards

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Systems, Public Administration, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience handling large-scale initiatives
• Proven experience leading Agile teams and full project lifecycles
• Strong expertise in Agile methodologies (preferred over Waterfall)
• Proficiency with project management tools such as:
  • Microsoft Planner (Premium)
  • Jira or similar tools
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities

Required Certifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• At least one Agile certification such as:
  • PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner)
  • SAFe Agilist (SA)
  • Disciplined Agile Scrum Master (DASM)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, IT, Public Administration, or related field
• 10+ years of project management experience
• Experience with application migration and modernization projects
• Background in government or large enterprise environments
• Experience working with public sector agencies
• Knowledge of procurement processes and fiscal policies
• Experience in vendor management and contract negotiation

For more details reach at resumes@navitassols.com