** Candidates will work a Hybrid Work Schedule - 3 days On-Site in Petersburg, VA and 2 day Remote per week. No Exceptions ** Our direct client has an opening for a Project Manager w/ PMP position # 709749. This position is for 6 months, with option of extension, and will be worked in a hybrid schedule - 3 days On-Site in Petersburg, VA and 2 days Remote - No Exceptions. If you are interested, please submit the following:YOUR CURRENT RESUMEYOUR HOURLY RATE Below is the job description - Resumes due ASAP - Description: This position will manage, plan and conduct projects to support effective and efficient operations and provide leadership in performing analysis and technology solutions for the client. Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager for the Project Portfolio Management Office (PPMO) in our Technology Services division. This position will manage, plan and conduct projects to support effective and efficient operations and provide leadership in performing analysis and technology solutions for the University. Ensure compliance with COV/VITA standards and best practices for project oversight and management. Other duties will include but are not limited to leading teams to deliver the project(s) that span across one or more business units, ensuring adherence to all policies and processes, both internal and external, managing project timelines and budgets, and negotiating vendor contracts, providing leadership in the process improvement initiatives as it relates to improving project delivery, and drafting budget proposals and recommending subsequent budget changes where necessary. Required/Desired Skills: Project Management leadership experience of cross-functional matrixed teams - Required - 5 YearsCurrent Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute (PMI) - Required - 5 Years5 years of direct hands on technical project management experience - Required - 5 YearsVITA PM Certification or the ability to obtain the VITA PM Certification within 3 months of hire is a requirement - Required - 3 MonthsProject management experience working on a Virginia state level technology project - Highly desired - 3 Years