Technical Project Manager Contract Jobs in Missouri

Role: TECHNICAL PROJECT MANAGER

Location: 211 N. Broadway. Ste 700, St. Louis, MO 63102 (Needs to be local to MO) - M-F, 8-5 - Hybrid (3-4 days in office, 1 day remote)

Client: State of MO

Job Description:

Mission

The Technical Project Manager will oversee the implementation of software projects for clients, ensuring smooth execution from start to finish. This role demands strong communication, influencing, and negotiation abilities to effectively engage with both technical and business stakeholders. The TPM will leverage a robust technical background in databases, cloud technologies, system architecture, infrastructure, networking, and Active Directory (AD) to drive projects forward, manage risks, and maintain project timelines and dependencies.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities Include,:

• Evaluates request for proposals (RFPs) and vendor proposals for security risks, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.

• Communicates processes and updates clearly to the team, vendors, and partners.

• Works independently and with the team to make informed decisions and manage project scope and schedule changes.

• Measures performance, manages client relationships, and establishes third-party vendor partnerships.

• Creates and maintains project documentation, reporting daily on status and progress.

• Anticipates and mitigates risks, resolves issues proactively, and manages migration plans.

• Communicates project expectations, risks, and escalations across all organizational levels.

• Ensures compliance with BSD standards for change control and successful project delivery.

• Manages Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and resources, providing technical guidance and safeguards for software initiatives.

• Maintains clear customer-facing documentation, defining roles and responsibilities.

• Updates and organizes project documents, including RACI, RAID, and archives.

• Assists the CIO with strategic planning, capturing new ideas, and proposing solutions.

• Supports project implementation when resources are limited and may assist with software administration and audit reporting.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Monday.com, Smartsheets, excel, Jira, ITSM). Familiarity with software development processes and system architecture. Oracle Database and architecture knowledge are preferred.

• Risk Management: Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to varied audiences, including technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership qualities to motivate and guide teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.

• Analytical Skills: Proficient in analyzing project performance data and making data-driven decisions to improve outcomes.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to anticipate issues and develop proactive solutions in a fast-paced environment.

• Relationship Management: Strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with clients, stakeholders, and third-party vendors.

• Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational abilities, with a focus on detail and the capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities while maintaining focus on deliverables.

• Documentation Skills: Proficient in creating and maintaining project documentation, including RACI, RAID, and status reports.

• Financial Acumen: Understanding of budget management and cost control principles.

• Technical Guidance: Ability to provide architectural and technical guidance to teams, ensuring alignment with best practices and security standards.

• Worth Ethics: work independently with minimal supervision; self-motivated and able to take ownership of work, Results-oriented, with the initiative to complete tasks thoroughly.

Education:

Degree: B.A./B.S. in Comp. Science. MS in Computer Science or equivalent work experience. is desirable

Field: Computer Science or related field.

Experience:

Years: Minimum of three (3) years IT project management experience.

Field: Information Technology, Computer Science or related fields.

The full scope of the role is attached. To highlight a few requirements, we are looking for someone who:

Has strong leadership skills and is able to both collaborate and dictate/direct when necessary

Is able to handle a multitude of projects at the same time

Has strong communication skills with external and internal stakeholders

Feel free to reach out to me on anjali08@kanakits.com