Software Project Manager

Role Summary
nFocus Solutions is looking for a Project Manager to lead and guide teams through all phases of project execution, from inception to completion, ensuring clear communication and alignment with project objectives.
Responsibilities:

• Create documentation to support plans and processes, ensuring consistency and alignment across teams.
• Break down project requirements into practical deliverables with clear estimates and timelines.
• Establish and maintain communication channels to identify roadblocks, manage budgets, and drive progress.
• Lead and facilitate project meetings, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and engaged.
• Use data-driven insights to manage development resources and appropriately assign team members.
• Develop performance metrics and monitor team action items to keep leadership teams informed.
• Ensure transparency into project progress, risks, and issues.
• Proactively manage scope creep through research and discussion.
• Develop feedback loops for continuous process improvement.
• Maintain change management processes with appropriate documentation.
• Conduct regular project reviews and retrospectives to identify areas for improvement.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in software project management.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience with project management and task allocation software such as Microsoft Project, Team Foundation Server, JIRA, Smartsheet, Basecamp, etc.
• Experience in creating project charters, risk management plans (RMP), work breakdown structures (WBS), and similar documentation.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and vice versa.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proven record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in budgeting, cost estimation, and resource management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Risk management and mitigation skills.
• Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies and their respective use cases.

Bonus Skills and Experience

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience managing SaaS or web solutions is a plus.
• Experience building public dashboards or visualizations to track project statuses.
• Understanding of quality assurance processes and tools.

About nFocus Solutions
nFocus Solutions is dedicated to the development of innovative technologies and intelligent business solutions for the public sector. We are a leading provider of applications, services, and technologies that nonprofit organizations, communities, first responders and government agencies rely on to deliver services to the public at large. Our high-quality data management and analysis software enables our clients to achieve clear, well-defined results that change the world.
At nFocus Solutions, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that great minds think differently. We value diversity of backgrounds, beliefs, and interests, and we recognize diversity as an important source of innovation. nFocus Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.