Sr. Project Manager - LIMS Implementation

<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Sr. Project Manager - LIMS Implementation<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Salem, Oregon (Hybrid/On-site as required) <br /> <b>Duration: 15 months<br /> <br /> Key Skills: </b>Project Management, LIMS, PMBOK, Agile, Vendor Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Management, Public Health IT, Scheduling, Requirements Gathering, PMP.</p> <h3><strong>Position Overview</strong></h3> <p>Our client is seeking an <strong>experienced Project Manager III</strong> to support the <strong> Public Health Laboratory</strong> in implementing a <strong>new Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)</strong>, as well as managing other smaller IT-related initiatives at the Laboratory.</p> <p>You will be responsible for overseeing the full project lifecycle, ensuring successful delivery on scope, schedule, and budget, while coordinating with technical teams, vendors, and stakeholders across the agencies. </p> <h3><strong>Scope of Work</strong></h3> <p>The Contractor’s Key Person will:</p> <ul> <li>Serve as the primary <strong>Project Manager</strong> for the LIMS Replacement project. </li> <li>Manage additional client's projects as assigned.  </li> </ul> <h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Lead project planning, scheduling, and execution. </li> <li>Coordinate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment with business needs. </li> <li>Develop, maintain, and track project documentation including project charters, schedules, risk registers, and status reports. </li> <li>Manage vendor relationships, ensuring deliverables meet contractual and quality expectations. </li> <li>Monitor and control project risks, issues, and changes through established governance processes. </li> <li>Ensure compliance with client and agency standards, policies, and procedures. </li> <li>Facilitate effective communication between client's leadership, technical teams, and external partners. </li> <li>Provide regular progress updates to stakeholders and project sponsors. </li> </ul> <h3><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Proven experience managing large-scale IT projects, preferably in public health, laboratory, or healthcare</li> <li>environments. </li> <li>Strong understanding of <strong>Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)</strong> or similar complex software solutions. </li> <li>Proficiency in project management methodologies (PMBOK, Agile, or hybrid approaches). </li> <li>Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. </li> <li>Experience managing vendor contracts and deliverables. </li> <li>Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Project Management Professional (<strong>PMP</strong>) or other relevant certifications.  </li> <li>Experience with state or federal public sector IT projects.     </li> <li>Familiarity with clients' systems and operational processes. </li> </ul> <h3><strong>Work Environment</strong></h3> <p>Hybrid work arrangement with periodic on-site presence<br /> Collaboration with cross-functional teams including IT staff, laboratory personnel, and agency leadership.</p> <p>Email your resume to<u>: </u><a href="mailto:usjobs@mavensoft.com">usjobs@mavensoft.com</a><br /> To learn more about Mavensoft visit us online at <a href="http://www.mavensoft.com/">http://www.mavensoft.com/</a><br />  </p>