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Project Manager (Local to SC )

Abacus Service CorporationColumbia, SC🇺🇸United StatesPosted 4 Sept 2026

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
On Site
Location
Columbia, SC, United States
Posted
16 hours ago
AgilePMPProcess ImprovementStrategic PlanningWaterfall

Job Description

Position         :              Project  Manager

Location        :              Columbia , SC

Client             :             State of SC

Position id    :              13482

 

The candidate will manage several projects through solicitation, selection, contract negotiation, acquisition, implementation, migration, archival and sunset of legacy applications.
Daily Duties / Responsibilities:
• Plan, organize and manage all project management activities for agency wide initiatives as an experienced agency project manager.
• Demonstrate project management expertise in both traditional and agile methodologies and influence project team compliance with industry best practices.
• Manage the overall planning, execution and delivery of multiple projects in parallel. Control scope and schedule to ensure project deliverables, milestones and required tasks are completed as planned.
• This role will bring strong project management expertise, the ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams and business stakeholders, and a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within scope and aligned with organizational objectives.
• Plan and conduct project status and review meetings. Prepare project status reports and provide updates to project stakeholders and sponsors.
Must be able to work with a diverse group of professionals in all levels of the agency.
• Prepare necessary documentation to support project initiatives.
Manage development of project documentation for new services assigned. Ensure all required project documentation is developed and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
• Engage in ongoing process improvement around delivery, methodology and other relevant areas. Identify potential problems proactively and facilitate problem resolutions by implementing risk mitigation strategies.
• Current projects include but are not limited to the following:
o Mortgage Servicing and Mortgage Production technology solution
o Development and Compliance Monitoring technology solution
o Contract Administration technology solution
o Agency Business Continuity
o Space Needs – Assess facility requirements for a new location that supports workforce needs, operational efficiency, and future growth.
Work Mode (Hybrid, Onsite, Remote):
Fully Onsite.

Required Skills (Rank in order of Importance):
• 5+ Years of Experience in IT project management
• 3+ Years of Experience in Hybrid (Agile and Waterfall) Project Management
• 3+ Years of Experience Strategic Planning & Roadmap Development
• 3+ Years of Experience in Risk Management
• 3+ Years of Experience in Resource Management
• 3+ Years of Experience in Change Management
• 3+ Years of Experience in Budget Planning Preferred Skills (Rank in order of Importance):
• Process Improvement
• Financial Principles
• Accounting Principles
• Mortgage Principles

Additional Skills:
• Interpersonal, Collaborative, Presentation & Facilitation Skills
• Detail-oriented, Accurate and Organized
• Analytical thinking and problem solving
• Customer Service Driven
• Teamwork
• Individual Contributor

Required Education:
Bachelor's degree and project management experience managing large projects of moderate complexity and risk.

Required Certifications:
PMP, PMI-ACP or CSM certification required or in the process of obtaining certification.

Required Skills

Skill Type
Skill Name
5+ Years of Experience in IT project management
3+ Years of Experience in Hybrid (Agile and Waterfall) Project Management
3+ Years of Experience Strategic Planning & Roadmap Development
3+ Years of Experience in Risk Management
3+ Years of Experience in Resource Management
3+ Years of Experience in Change Management
3+ Years of Experience in Budget Planning
Bachelor's Degree - Business Management, Information Technology, or related field. Degree must be complete and verifiable.
PMP, PMI-ACP or CSM certification required or in the process of obtaining certification.

Preferred Skills

Skill Type
Skill Name
Process Improvement
Financial Principles
Accounting Principles
Mortgage Principles

Attachment:

Statement of Work (SOW) for Contingent Labor Request

Job Title: Project Manager – Project Lead

 

# of Openings: 1

How Many resumes do you want to review at one time?
All Qualified

Company / Department culture (why do you enjoy working for the company – selling points for potential candidates):
SC Housing Finance and Development Authority (SC Housing) is a forward-thinking organization that is committed to changing the lives of South Carolinians by providing safe, quality and affordable housing opportunities for those in need. We are transforming the housing industry in our state through cutting-edge programs and competitive financial products that make homeownership affordable and quality rental housing possible for many. Our clear advantage to our staff is that we offer challenging and
meaningful work but with an appropriate work-life, home-life balance.

Why is this position open (new role, increased workload, new dept, resignation, promotion)?
New role

Scope of the project:
The candidate will manage several projects through solicitation, selection, contract negotiation, acquisition, implementation, migration, archival and sunset of legacy applications.

Daily Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Plan, organize and manage all project management activities for agency wide initiatives as an experienced agency project manager.
  • Demonstrate project management expertise in both traditional and agile methodologies and influence project team compliance with industry best practices.
  • Manage the overall planning, execution and delivery of multiple projects in parallel. Control scope and schedule to ensure project deliverables, milestones and required tasks are completed as planned.
  • This role will bring strong project management expertise, the ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams and business stakeholders, and a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within scope and aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Plan and conduct project status and review meetings. Prepare project status reports and provide updates to project stakeholders and sponsors. Must be able to work with a diverse group of professionals in all levels of the agency.
  • Prepare necessary documentation to support project initiatives. Manage development of project documentation for new services assigned. Ensure all required project documentation is developed and maintained throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Engage in ongoing process improvement around delivery, methodology and other relevant areas. Identify potential problems proactively and facilitate problem resolutions by implementing risk mitigation strategies.
  • Current projects include but are not limited to the following:
    • Mortgage Servicing and Mortgage Production technology solution
    • Development and Compliance Monitoring technology solution
    • Contract Administration technology solution
    • Agency Business Continuity
    • Space Needs – Assess facility requirements for a new location that supports workforce

 

needs, operational efficiency, and future growth.

Work Mode (Hybrid, Onsite, Remote):
Fully Onsite.

Required Skills (Rank in order of Importance):

  • 5+ Years of Experience in IT project management
  • 3+ Years of Experience in Hybrid (Agile and Waterfall) Project Management
  • 3+ Years of Experience Strategic Planning & Roadmap Development
  • 3+ Years of Experience in Risk Management
  • 3+ Years of Experience in Resource Management
  • 3+ Years of Experience in Change Management
  • 3+ Years of Experience in Budget Planning

Preferred Skills (Rank in order of Importance):

  • Process Improvement
  • Financial Principles
  • Accounting Principles
  • Mortgage Principles

Additional Skills:

  • Interpersonal, Collaborative, Presentation & Facilitation Skills
  • Detail-oriented, Accurate and Organized
  • Analytical thinking and problem solving
  • Customer Service Driven
  • Teamwork
  • Individual Contributor

Required Education:
Bachelor's degree and project management experience managing large projects of moderate complexity and risk.

Required Certifications:
PMP, PMI-ACP or CSM certification required or in the process of obtaining certification.

Preferred Certifications:

Interview Process:
In Person – 1 round

Schedule Interview: How soon can you schedule an interview (date / times)?
09/14/2026 – preferably afternoons (2-5 pm)

 

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