Description
Job Description:
The Project Manager will lead multi-phase modernization and process improvement projects for public-sector and regulated clients. You will own delivery for projects that include systems implementation, process redesign, data/information governance, and vendor integration. Typical projects involve coordinating IT teams, business stakeholders, third-party vendors, and compliance owners to design, build, test, and deploy solutions that meet operational and regulatory requirements. Candidates should be comfortable producing detailed project plans, audit-ready documentation, and executive briefings, and be able to navigate procurement and governance processes common to state and federal work.
Job Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end delivery of assigned projects, including scope definition, detailed planning, execution oversight, and project close-out.
- Create and maintain project artifacts such as project plans, schedules, risk registers, status reports, change requests, and communication plans.
- Facilitate project meetings, stakeholder reviews, and working sessions with business and technical teams.
- Identify risks, issues, and dependencies; provide clear mitigation strategies and escalation paths.
- Monitor project performance against scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations.
- Ensure deliverables meet organizational, compliance, and audit standards, particularly for agencies requiring structured documentation.
- Partner closely with leadership, subject-matter experts, and external partners to gather requirements and maintain alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Provide clear, concise updates and briefing materials for senior leadership and decision-makers.
- Support process mapping, workflow analysis, and implementation of operational improvements when required.
- Provide guidance and support to project teams to maximize success across multiple initiatives.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 8+ years of experience managing multiple projects within large organizations.
- 6–10+ years of project management experience delivering complex, multi-phase projects.
- Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional teams and driving accountability in structured environments.
- Strong background in risk management, schedule development, budgeting, and performance reporting.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to executive-level stakeholders.
- Proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, SharePoint, or similar.
- 8+ years mapping business processes, identifying improvements, and facilitating meetings.
- 8+ years developing and maintaining strong relationships with sponsors, stakeholders, and project teams.
- PMP certification is required.
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Experience working with state or federal agencies, especially projects involving compliance, data governance, public health, regulatory operations, or system modernization.
- Experience supporting procurement processes, vendor coordination, or government project governance frameworks.
- Ability to prepare detailed briefing materials, decision documents, and executive-level status updates.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- 401(k), PTO, and medical/dental insurance.
- Career growth opportunities in a dynamic, private equity-backed organization.
- Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that values innovation and continuous improvement.
Eligibility:
Must be local to the Austin area and able to work onsite. Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship or visa transfer.
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