Manager, State & Local Advisory – IT Implementation & Delivery (Sacramento)

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KPMG is currently seeking a Manager in State & Local Advisory for our Consulting practice.

• Lead complex, client-facing public sector IT workstreams, bringing deep expertise in overseeing IT system alignments, agile/product workflows, transformational engagements and technical delivery

• Manage cross functional teams to deliver excellent client service, including stakeholder management, meeting and workshop facilitation, deliverable creation and project and financial management. Act as a resilient local leader who drives project milestones, navigates complex stakeholder dynamics, and ensures cohesive delivery

• Present technical milestones and project updates to senior decision-makers; utilize exceptional interpersonal skills to build trust with state officials across complex, multi-agency stakeholder landscapes

• Drive the creation and advancement of thought leadership, internal and external tools and resources and training

• Contribute to the development and evolution of methodologies and intellectual capital including articles, whitepapers and methodology guides

• Participate in business development efforts by identifying new opportunities and assisting with proposal responses and client outreach

• Minimum five years of recent relevant work experience related to one or more of the following areas: project management, delivery, or technical leadership with at least three years of experience serving in a lead capacity

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university required

• Must reside in the Sacramento region (or be willing to relocate) to provide immediate, on-site, billable impact on the State of California account.

• Strong, demonstrated acumen in State of California government operations and deep expertise in managing complex public sector IT implementations.

• Proven experience leading agile/product workflows, driving cohesive delivery, and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Prior work managing a portfolio of activities within a project or team, including setting priorities, balancing competing deadlines and lead conversations and create stakeholder engagement with clients and colleagues across an organizational hierarchy

• Travel as necessary

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

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