Senior IT Project Manager (Agile, SDLC, Enterprise)

Skills:

Project Manager (PMP Certified)

Job Overview

The Client seeking a highly experienced Project Manager (PM) to lead and support the implementation of the Budget Planning Tool project . The Project Manager will partner with program and IT teams to ensure timely, high-quality delivery of project milestones while maintaining budget, scope, and schedule.

This role requires a PMP Certification (must be noted on the resume; proof may be requested). The successful candidate will be responsible for facilitating meetings, managing deliverables, tracking budgets, handling risks/issues, overseeing scope changes, and providing regular project status updates.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Budget Planning Tool project across program and IT teams.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including milestones, deliverables, risks, issues, and contingency strategies.

• Facilitate project meetings, document decisions, and ensure clear communication among stakeholders.

• Oversee development of SDLC artifacts , ensuring business requirements are accurately translated into technical specifications.

• Manage change requests, scope, and budget to ensure project stays on track.

• Track project progress using Agile methodologies with feature-driven sprints.

• Identify, document, and escalate risks/issues appropriately.

• Prepare and present weekly project status reports to sponsors and leadership.

• Foster strong relationships with project sponsors, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.

• Ensure compliance with project governance standards and best practices.

Candidate Skills and Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience managing projects across large organizations, including planning, risk management, and contingency planning.

• 10+ years of experience analyzing problems, developing solutions, and preparing concise reports.

• 10+ years overseeing SDLC processes, ensuring translation of business requirements into technical deliverables.

• 10+ years of stakeholder management and excellent written/verbal communication skills.

• 10+ years of experience facilitating meetings, managing status reporting, and presenting updates.

• 10+ years of experience in Agile methodology, including feature-driven sprint management.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

• PMP Certification is required (must be included on resume; proof may be requested).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience implementing Agile practices for one or more State of Texas agencies .

• 2+ years of additional experience with Agile project delivery and related best practices.

Terms of Service

• Start Date: October 1, 2025

• Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (excluding state holidays)

• Work Location: 701 W 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751 (Hybrid – Onsite & Telework)