Project Manager

Job Title: Project ManagerLocation: Austin, TX (Hybrid)Duration: Long term contractJob Description:The resource will be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating project activities, including scope, schedule, budget, risk, and stakeholder management across cross-functional teams. This role ensures successful delivery of projects by maintaining alignment with DPS objectives, governance standards, and established project management methodologies.Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resources, risk, and communication components.Define project objectives, deliverables, milestones, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.Coordinate cross-functional teams, vendors, and business units to ensure alignment and execution of project activities.Monitor project performance, track progress against milestones, and ensure timely escalation and resolution of issues and risks.Facilitate stakeholder engagement, meetings, and status reporting to ensure clear communication and transparency.Manage project scope changes through formal change control processes and ensure governance compliance.Oversee vendor performance and deliverables when external contractors are involved.Ensure adherence to DPS policies, state procurement requirements, and FAST contract guidelines.Support project documentation, reporting, and administrative requirements throughout the project lifecycle.Drive project closure activities, including final reporting, deliverable acceptance, and lessons learned documentation.Minimum Requirements:II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONSCandidates 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.YearsRequired/PreferredExperience8RequiredExperience managing large-scale, complex IT or business transformation projects in a structured environment8RequiredStrong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI/PMBOK, Agile, Hybrid)8RequiredExperience developing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, and resource plans8RequiredProven ability to manage multiple stakeholders across technical and business units8RequiredExperience with risk management, issue tracking, and change control processes8RequiredStrong written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level reporting8RequiredExperience using project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or similar)8RequiredAbility to ensure compliance with organizational governance, policies, and procurement requirements1PreferredExperience working in public sector or state government environments, preferably within public safety or law enforcement agencies1PreferredExperience managing projects under state procurement frameworks (e.g., FAST, DIR, or similar contracts)1PreferredPMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent1PreferredExperience managing IT system implementations, data systems, or enterprise applicationsThanks & RegardsSaravananDMinds Solutions Inc.