DESCRIPTION 

Michael Baker is seeking a Senior IV&V Team Leader to support our client in delivering a large technology project.  In this role, you will lead a small team to provide independent Validation & Verification (IV&V) services on a two-year-long technology project that will develop a modernized back-office system for a large tolling agency. You will work closely with the client’s management and the project’s development team to identify and resolve issues that arise during the verification process.

This new back-office system aims to unify all toll transactions, customer touchpoints, and enterprise software (SAP, Microsoft, etc.) into a single system that is customer focused and offers seamless integration with other systems. Areas of focus for this IV&V team will include project management, agile software development, IT systems architecture, data migration, high volume transactions, and tolling back-office operations. 

Key Responsibilities:

IV&V Planning & Execution Develop and implement comprehensive IV&V work plans, including scope, objectives, methodology, schedule, and deliverables. Conduct independent assessments of project processes and deliverables across all lifecycle phases. Team Leadership & Performance Management Lead and mentor a small IV&V team, providing technical guidance and fostering professional growth. Set performance goals, conduct evaluations, and address performance issues as needed. Objectivity & Independence Promote a culture of neutrality and unbiased evaluation, independent of development and project management teams. Stakeholder Communication & Reporting Communicate effectively with project managers, technical leads, business owners, clients, vendors, and senior leadership. Prepare and deliver regular status reports and ad-hoc reports detailing findings, risks, issues, and recommendations. Facilitation & Mediation Lead meetings and reviews to present findings and drive consensus on corrective actions. Act as an impartial mediator to help resolve conflicts between project teams or stakeholders. Risk & Issue Management Identify, analyze, and track risks, issues, and anomalies. Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely resolution and mitigation. Testing & Validation Conduct or oversee independent testing to validate system functionality, performance, and compliance with requirements. Traceability & Documentation Ensure clear traceability between requirements, design, code, tests, and IV&V findings. Relationship Management Maintain strong working relationships with development staff, sub-consultants, and client leadership. Compliance & Travel Adhere to all contract requirements and corporate policies. Must be able to travel to Harrisburg, PA for one week each month.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management, with a focus on large-scale IT projects. Proven experience in Agile Software Development, IT systems integration, and tolling back-office operations. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to provide innovative solutions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desired Attributes:

Forward-thinking and proactive in identifying and addressing potential issues. Ability to provide clear, actionable recommendations and insights. Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a diverse team. Commitment to delivering high-quality results and exceeding client expectations. 

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position $155,521-$269,422 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.   

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:   

Medical, dental, vision insurance    401k Retirement Plan    Health Savings Account (HSA)    Flexible Spending Account (FSA)    Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability    Professional and personal development    Generous paid time off Commuter and wellness benefits