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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Systems Project Manager - **Company:** Kforce Inc. - **Location:** Oakwood, GA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Project Management Software, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Project Servers, Microsoft Visio, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Text Summarization - **Published:** September 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.kforce.com/find-work/search-jobs/#/detail/MTY5Nn5FUUd-MjE4ODE2OVQxfjk5/ ## About the Role * 7+ years of experience in software development and supervision * 5+ years of experience in I.T. project management, including all aspects of process development and execution * Demonstrated strong project management skills * Strong knowledge of project management software (i.e., MS Office, MS Project, MS Visio, Project Server or Project Online) * Technically competent with ERP software programs * Strong knowledge and demonstrated skills in developing and deploying project Best Practices, policies, procedures and processes * Demonstrated conflict management skills: open and effective discussions, clarification of situations, impartial judgement, resolution focused, development of others' ideas, action oriented with clear, concise summaries * Extensive experience effectively leading and working in team-oriented, collaborative environments * Ability to facilitate relations between business groups and technology departments * Good communication skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to fluently communicate effectively both up and down the chain of command and with external customers when needed in a timely and professional manner * Flexible to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities * Possesses a leadership style that is persuasive, encouraging and motivating * Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and products * Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment * Ability to react appropriately to project adjustments promptly and efficiently * Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources (i.e., upper management, clients, other departments, vendors, etc.) * Ability to bring project to successful completion through political sensitivity * Exceptional customer service orientation * Ability to present and communicate ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language ## Description Kforce has a client in Oakwood, GA that is seeking an IT Systems Project Manager. Responsibilitiies: * Review new project requests, validate scope, coordinate development of work effort estimates, and estimated cost to complete requests * Develop high-level plan to determine estimated timing of new projects * Validate high-level resource requirements to resource availability, and recommend sourcing options * Develop and maintain the project plans * Effectively manage project teams' time and allocate resources to ensure deliverables are completed * Negotiate with managers for acquisition of required personnel from within the company * Ensure project team members, vendors, and stakeholders are following Project Management standards and utilize standard templates * Establish project progress meetings with the project team members and relevant stakeholders * Ensure project documentation is completed including sign-off on key deliverables * Draft and submit budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes. * Publish a weekly status report to all stakeholders * Build, develop, and grow business relationships vital to success of project * Escalate issues and status changes as appropriate * Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans * Define project success criteria and disseminate to involved parties throughout project lifecycle * Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team leads, members and contractors, and positively influence action and accountability for assigned work * Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within and between project team members. * Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders * Conduct project post mortems and create recommendations report to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements ## Related Videos - [ WeAreDevelopers LIVE - the weekly developer show with Chris Heilmann and Daniel Cranney](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1365-wearedevelopers-live-the-weekly-developer-show-with-chris-heilmann-and-daniel-cranney) - [Systems Thinking for Performance: How to Diagnose and Fix Slow Systems without Guessing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2103-systems-thinking-for-performance-how-to-diagnose-and-fix-slow-systems-without-guessing) - [AI Boss Deletes Emails with AI, Stopping Ageing & Battery Life Breakthrough - Kumar McMillan](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1820-ai-boss-deletes-emails-with-ai-stopping-ageing-battery-life-breakthrough-kumar-mcmillan) - [Flexibility is Key: Unlocking the Advantages of Versatile Software Solutions for Strategic Innovatio](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1943-flexibility-is-key-unlocking-the-advantages-of-versatile-software-solutions-for-strategic-innovatio) - [You’re a great coder? 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