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Project ManagerCity of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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Project Manager

Project Manager

City of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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Position Summary :

Reporting to the Executive Director and Director of Strategic Planning the Project Manager will lead multiple projects involving research planning and implementation. They will collaborate with PPD leadership staff City departments and external stakeholders to develop and deliver high-impact project plans. Projects will vary in scope complexity and timelinesrequiring adaptability strong communication and strategic problem-solving skills.

The Project Manager will build strong relationships across teams anticipate challenges develop solutions and ensure all projects align with organizational goals and achieve intended outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning and Execution

  • Define project scopes objectives timelines and deliverables in collaboration with leadership
  • Develop comprehensive project plans that address budgetary legal personnel and operational considerations
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure timely high-quality execution
  • Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
  • Manage project closure processes including documentation and stakeholder sign-off

Monitoring Evaluation and Reporting

  • Build systems for implementation tracking and performance monitoring
  • Incorporate data analysis and dashboards into project development and evaluation
  • Conduct project evaluations to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement
  • Implement quality control measures throughout the project lifecycle
  • Document project activities including progress reports and final deliverables
  • Prepare and present regular updates to leadership
  • Change Management and Stakeholder Engagement

  • Support broader change management and organizational development efforts
  • Facilitate working sessions and promote cross-team collaboration
  • Maintain clear consistent communication with internal and external stakeholders
  • Promote the institutionalization of best practices across teams
  • Support adoption of new systems tools and processes
  • Other Duties

  • Manage special projects assigned by the Executive Director or Police Commissioner
  • Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

    Knowledge :

  • Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g. Agile Scrum Waterfall)
  • Expertise in change management process improvement and organizational development
  • Familiarity with public sector budgeting finance and regulatory compliance
  • Experience with data-driven decision-making performance management and evaluation
  • Strategic communications and stakeholder engagement strategies
  • Skills :

  • Strong leadership collaboration and relationship-building skills
  • Analytical thinking and the ability to translate complex information into actionable plans
  • Skilled in business process analysis and requirements gathering
  • Budget management and resource negotiation experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Project Microsoft Office Suite and related tools
  • Preferred Domain Expertise :

  • IT Projects : Technology deployment system upgrades cybersecurity Agile / Scrum
  • Finance Projects : Financial modeling grants management policy development
  • Communications Projects : Strategic messaging content creation brand management
  • Talent Projects : Organizational development training program design and facilitation
  • Abilities :

  • Navigate complex ambiguous environments with flexibility
  • Build trust and collaborate with diverse stakeholders
  • Solve problems proactively and adjust approaches as needed
  • Communicate effectively across audiences
  • Commit to advancing equity through improved systems policies and culture
  • Qualifications :

  • Bachelors degree in public policy business sociology public administration urban planning or a related field required; Masters degree preferred
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Lean Six Sigma or Scrum Master certification preferred
  • 35 years of relevant full-time work experience including cross-functional project leadership
  • Any combination of education experience or certifications may be considered.

    Additional Information :

    TO APPLY :   Interested candidates must submit a cover letter resume references and two work product samples (ideally one prepared for an internal audience and one for an external audience).

    Salary Range :  $72000 to $90000

    Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee :

  • Transportation : City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTAs Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses subways trolleys and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
  • Parental Benefits : The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
  • We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
  • Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
  • Employees receive paid vacation sick leave and holidays
  • Generous retirement savings options are available
  • Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
  • Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses extending not only to City employees but in some cases spouse and dependents too!
  • Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

  • The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire
  • Effective May 22 2023 vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex : Nurses doctors emergency medical personnel) must be fully vaccinated.

    The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race ethnicity color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin ancestry age disability marital status source of income familial status genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at or send an email to

    For more information go to : Human Relations Website : Work :

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    Employment Type : Full-time

    Key Skills

    Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Construction Estimating,Construction Experience,PMBOK,Visio,Construction Management,Project Management,Project Management Software,Microsoft Project,Project Management Lifecycle,Contracts

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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