Senior Project Manager

  • Austin, TX
  • Posted 3 days ago | Updated 3 days ago

Overview

On Site
$0 - $0
Contract - W2
Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

Agile
Agile Management
Articulate
Budget
Communication
Continuous Improvement
Data Lake
Decision-making
Project Delivery
Project Management
Microsoft Power BI
PMLC
PMO
Quality Assurance
Software Development Methodology
Scrum

Job Details

Hi,
We have an immediate opening for our client .Please let me know if you will be interested in the below opening.

Position : Senior Project Manager
Location : Austin, TX
Duration : 5+months contract

Position Overview
The Senior Project Manager will report to the Assistant Director of the IT PMO and play a crucial role in delivering software applications and infrastructure for Texas's educational system. Responsibilities include leading Agile software development teams through the SDLC to ensure timely project delivery, meeting legislative and strategic priorities. The role requires strong leadership in Agile project management, preferably in education, and involves overseeing project staff and collaborating with various stakeholders.

Essential Functions

Process Consistency (20%): Develop and evaluate processes to ensure consistent adherence, manage scope and schedule changes, and develop project budgets and plans.

Deliverable Quality (20%): Monitor and measure application quality, identify improvement measures, and ensure deliverables meet agreements and budget constraints.

Stakeholder Satisfaction (20%): Communicate with stakeholders, solicit feedback, and build strong relationships.

Leadership (20%): Manage problems, resolve issues, identify and mitigate risks, and motivate the team to take ownership and improve efficiency.

Vision (20%): Articulate the application and technology roadmap, coordinate project initiation and planning to meet strategic commitments.

This role demands initiative, independent judgment, and the ability to perform advanced project management work.

You will also demonstrate proficiency in the agency s five Performance Competencies, and a belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military:


Productivity & Quality: Consistently produces high-quality work within expected timelines.

Decision-Making & Judgement: Demonstrates sound judgement and continued benefits for the agency.

Communication & Interactions: Communications achieve the desired actions and strengthen relationships.

Growth Mindset & Continuous Improvement: Uses feedback, data, and self-reflection to inform own work.

Initiative & Influence: Drives own work and seeks opportunity to influence improvements for the agency.

Experience

8 Years Working with software application teams, using SDLC, PMLC, and Agile Scrum methodology

3 Years Working with Power BI

3 Years Working with Data Lake

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