Project Manager

Title: Project Manager IILocation: Austin, Texas - ONSITE. Candidates must reside in the Austin area.Duration: 12+ MonthsJob DescriptionThe Project Manager II is an Information Technology (IT) position that will manage components of highly complex and visible projects and/or program initiatives. This role will follow project management methodologies and governance processes to deliver work products on time and within a set budget. The role will also collaborate with the end-user and key stakeholders to provide status updates and gather requirements, with the vendor on their implementation and delivery of contract deliverables, and with the internal IT Team. The Project Manager will be responsible for maintaining and managing the timeline for multiple projects. Further, this individual will work to identify project risks and issues and proactively manage a plan to mitigate the risks and resolve the issues. The workers responsibilities and skills must include: Experience with general IT SDLC processes. Experience with implementing Enterprise Systems Integration projects. Experience with SAP. Experience with mediating business units that may have conflicting requirements. Experience driving systems integration delivery projects from 3rd party vendors to delivery acceptance and project closure. Experience with preparing and presenting executive level project communications, project tracking and stakeholder management. Ability to create and maintain several project artifacts including Project Timeline, Risk & Issue Log, Communication Plan, Stakeholder Register etc. Ability to identify, manage, and mitigate project risks and issues. Responsible for project scope delivery adhering to and optimizing schedule, costs, and resources. Projects include TxDOT, partners, and third-party deliverables. Acts as the counterpart for vendors program leader to ensure customer satisfaction and be the escalation point for service delivery activities. Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be a creative thinker to solve issues. Must be hands-on-project manager for multiple projectsMinimum YearsRequirement7Experience managing all phases of large and complex technical projects.7Experience creating and maintaining project artifacts including Project Timeline, Risk & Issue Log, Communication Plan, Stakeholder Register, etc.7Experience with general IT SDLC processes.7Experience identifying, managing, and mitigating project risks and issues.7Experience preparing and presenting executive-level project communications, project tracking, and stakeholder management.7Skilled in gathering requirements from business divisions.7Skilled in educating business unit staff on standardized processes.7Strong verbal and written communication skills with peers, end users, and executive leadership.7Skilled in facilitating large group meetings with internal and external stakeholders.7Skilled in collaborating with technical and functional teams to develop Technical Specifications and supporting documentation.7Hands-on project manager with experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.5Experience implementing Enterprise Systems Integration projects.4 (Preferred)Experience with one or more State of Texas government agencies.PreferredExperience with SAP.PreferredExperience mediating business units with conflicting requirements.PreferredExperience driving systems integration delivery projects from third-party vendors through delivery acceptance and project closure.PreferredResponsible for project scope delivery while optimizing schedule, cost, and resources across TxDOT, partners, and third-party deliverables.PreferredActs as the counterpart to vendor program leaders to ensure customer satisfaction and serves as the escalation point for service delivery activities.PreferredCreative thinker with the ability to solve issues and resolve project challenges.PreferredCBAP and/or PMP certification.PreferredDemonstrated experience leveraging AI-enabled tools and automation to improve project planning, scheduling, reporting, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and delivery outcomes while ensuring appropriate governance, security, quality, and human oversight.