Project Manager 3

Project Manager 3
Austin, Texas, United States (On-site)
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Job TitleProject Manager 3

LocationAustin, TX- locals

Primary SkillsProject Management

Job Description

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required and should be noted on the resume. Proof of certification may be requested.

Project managers are the people in charge of a specific project or projects within a company. As the project manager, your job is to plan, budget, oversee and document all aspects of the specific project you are working on. Project managers might work by themselves or be in charge of a team to get the job done.

DSHS CFO is requesting a Project Manager (PM) to work with program and IT to implement Invoice Tracking System replacement project activities. This includes but not limited to facilitate meetings, manage the project milestones and deliverables and change request, manage risks and issues, track project budget, manage project scope, complete various reporting, etc. to ensure the project is completed on time and under budget.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements:

Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.

Years Required/Preferred Experience

10 Required Skilled in managing project with implementations across large organizations. Experience should include developing and managing project plans, documenting risks, issues, and contingency plans

10 Required Ability to research, gather, assemble, correlate, and analyze facts; to devise solutions to problems; and to prepare concise reports and/or to analyze and solve complex and difficult problems

10 Required Experience overseeing the development of SDLC artifacts, ensure business requirements get translated into technical specifications, guide, and facilitate the SDLC process

10 Required Experience developing and maintaining strong relationships with multiple project sponsors and stakeholder. Must possess strong communication and presentation skills.

10 Required Ability to appropriately summarize and escalate issues and develop and present weekly status updates and conduct regular project team meetings

10 Required Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

10 Required Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

8 Required Agile methodology, overseeing and tracking development progress, and ensuring project assignments align with project timelines

8 Required Agile Experience - Managing the project with feature driven sprints

5 Preferred Experience implementing and using agile methodologies and best practices for 1 or more State of Texas Agencies

5 Preferred Prior experience in healthcare or Public Health

2 Preferred PMP Certification

III. TERMS OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start 09/02/2025 and are expected to complete by 06/30/2026. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1696 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

Services shall be provided during normal business hours Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.

The primary work location(s) will be at 701 W 51st Street, Austin, Texas 78751. The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense.

The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

?Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required and should be noted on the resume. Proof of certification may be requested.

Program will only allow candidates who are LOCAL TO THE AUSTIN AREA ONLY (Within 50-mile radius).

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