Position Title: Project Lead / Project Manager
Agency: State of South Carolina College of Charleston (CofC)
Position Type: Contract (20 hours/week, Part-Time)
Location: Fully Onsite Charleston, SC (Candidate must be a current SC resident or relocate prior to start)
Duration: 3 months with possibility of extension; potential FTE opportunity (not guaranteed)
Interview Process: 1 round, virtual (video); second round only if necessary
The current FTE in this role is retiring under the state pension system.
Due to a CIO transition, there is currently a hiring freeze preventing an immediate permanent backfill.
A contract resource is being brought in to maintain continuity.
The College anticipates posting the FTE role in the coming weeks and hopes the selected contractor will apply.
The College of Charleston (CofC) seeks an experienced Project Lead/Manager to partner with the PMO and ensure the successful completion of information technology projects.
The role involves implementing standardized project management practices, fostering collaboration, and ensuring projects meet quality, schedule, and budget goals.
Develop, implement, and oversee standardized project management processes and methodologies tailored to CofC needs.
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
Prepare project documentation and deliverables for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Monitor project performance and report progress via dashboards and executive summaries.
Identify risks, resolve blockers, and enforce quality standards across deliverables.
Facilitate cross-departmental communications and stakeholder engagement.
Mentor and coach team members in Agile practices.
Perform other duties as assigned (e.g., special projects, task force participation).
ServiceNow
Project Management tools (e.g., MS Project)
3+ years working with Business Analysts (Client)
3+ years of experience working with Kanbans
Product Owner experience
Experience with ServiceNow
Experience with Data Analysts, Data Scientists, or data management projects
Prior IT role (analyst, programmer, etc.)
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Bachelor s Degree + 5 years related work experience
OR
9+ years of related work experience without a degree
Other PMI certifications
Agile or Scrum certifications (e.g., CSM, PMI-ACP)
All standard state-required checks (drug, credit, criminal, motor vehicle).
= Submission Instructions
Attach the SC Cover Sheet (provided).
Include a valid Right to Represent (RTR).
Submit the candidate s resume with full legal first and last name.
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