Project/Program Manager

*MUST reside in Michigan already as this is 5x a week onsite in Ypsilanti, MI (contract-to-hire)

*MUST have a PMP certification and 10+ years experience (no exceptions)

Job Description- Project/Program Manager

We are looking for a Project or Program Manager to bring in on a contract-to-hire capacity. We are looking for PMP certified candidates to come in as they start to build out the team that will help standardize the way they drive projects across the organization. Currently they do not have a formal PMO office, but are looking to start hiring PM's that can help them get to the final state in 2027. They currently they have over 20 projects in flight through 2027 and are hiring for someone that can work directly with projects as well as start to recommend best practices as they continue to build more structure to how projects are run thru their life cycle.

They use both Waterfall & Agile methodologies across the organization, typically non-IT groups are Waterfall and IT projects are going to be more Agile based. From a technology project standpoint they are looking for a focus in Network Security, Application vetting & application vendor management, as well as Infrastructure, and AI project history. Currently their team supporting project management is small and consists of an IT PM, another resource, and a couple of BA's and typically each project will have internal sponsors that are responsible for gathering requirements, project plans, etc. Eventually they see this team continuing to grow larger and becoming it's own department within the company, but likely formal growth of that nature will be for 2027 and beyond.

Skills

Project management, Program management, Agile, Waterfall, PMP, Stakeholder management, PMP certification, Infrastructure, applications, Cross functional teams

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

- Manage Project plans with business and IT stakeholders for all assigned projects - refine, update, etc.

- Organize and define project milestones and dependencies for each project

- Track action items thru their 7 phase project tracker: Discovery, Design, Planning, Development, QA, Deploy, and Completion

- Conduct kick off meeting sessions at the start of each project with all business & IT stakeholders to align goals, expectations, and requirements

- Interface regularly with business reps, executive sponsors, application owners, vendors, and other stakeholders

- Monitor progress, track KPI's, and manage project budgets

- Prepare and present project reports and provide recommendations for improvement

- Train, guide, and mentor staff on Agile topics and industry best practice recommendations to aid in building out formal PMO processes

Key attributes they are looking for:

- Must be PMP certified

- 10+ years of experience in an enterprise project management organization

- Experience specifically within the Network Sec, SAS Application and Application vetting, Infrastructure, and AI spaces is ideal, but not required

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ypsilanti, MI.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Ypsilanti,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 1, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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