Overview
On Site
USD 40.00 - 70.00 per hour
Full Time
Skills
Management
Resource Planning
Project Lifecycle Management
Collaboration
Information Security
Regulatory Compliance
Computer Hardware
Data Loss Prevention
Active Directory
Project Planning
Project Coordination
Work Breakdown Structure
Microsoft Project
Scheduling
Communication
Facilitation
Adaptability
IT Infrastructure
Cyber Security
Software Development
Salesforce.com
Public Sector
Training
Mentorship
Coaching
Taxes
Life Insurance
Business Transformation
Law
Job Details
Description
Our clients' Technology Solutions Department is seeking a qualified Project Planning Analyst to support project planning efforts across a range of technical initiatives. The selected resource will work closely with Infrastructure, Security, and Salesforce development teams to facilitate Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), develop detailed project schedules, and improve planning consistency across the technology project portfolio. In addition to providing direct planning support, the analyst will train and coach internal Project Managers to strengthen planning capabilities across the organization.
Strong facilitation skills with the ability to lead planning discussions with technical teams who may be unfamiliar with structured planning practices.
Ability to ask clarifying questions, navigate ambiguity, and help teams define scope and deliverables through collaborative discussion.
Proven ability to build rapport, establish psychological safety during working sessions, and guide teams toward alignment and consensus
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Facilitation
Project Schedule Development
Collaborate with the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and the Security team to plan cybersecurity and compliance-related initiatives.
Work with the Infrastructure team to plan for hardware upgrades, platform improvements, and foundational IT projects.
Support Salesforce developers and technical leads in structuring plans for Salesforce-based projects, including integrations and configurations
Security Projects this person would support:
Security Projects
Data Loss Prevention and Data Classification
Active Directory Threat Protection
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Experience Level
Entry Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $70.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Plano,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2025.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Our clients' Technology Solutions Department is seeking a qualified Project Planning Analyst to support project planning efforts across a range of technical initiatives. The selected resource will work closely with Infrastructure, Security, and Salesforce development teams to facilitate Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), develop detailed project schedules, and improve planning consistency across the technology project portfolio. In addition to providing direct planning support, the analyst will train and coach internal Project Managers to strengthen planning capabilities across the organization.
Strong facilitation skills with the ability to lead planning discussions with technical teams who may be unfamiliar with structured planning practices.
Ability to ask clarifying questions, navigate ambiguity, and help teams define scope and deliverables through collaborative discussion.
Proven ability to build rapport, establish psychological safety during working sessions, and guide teams toward alignment and consensus
Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Facilitation
- Lead planning sessions with technical teams to define deliverables and create Work Breakdown Structures aligned with project objectives.
- Guide teams in breaking down work into manageable packages and tasks.
- Ensure WBS outputs are clear, complete, and suitable for schedule and resource planning.
Project Schedule Development
- Build and maintain detailed project schedules based on the WBS using Microsoft Project, Monday.com, or other City-approved tools.
- Define task durations, dependencies, milestones, and identify critical paths.
- Support schedule baselining and ongoing updates throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support for Technical Teams
Collaborate with the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and the Security team to plan cybersecurity and compliance-related initiatives.
Work with the Infrastructure team to plan for hardware upgrades, platform improvements, and foundational IT projects.
Support Salesforce developers and technical leads in structuring plans for Salesforce-based projects, including integrations and configurations
Security Projects this person would support:
Security Projects
Data Loss Prevention and Data Classification
Active Directory Threat Protection
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience in project planning, scheduling, or project coordination roles
- Demonstrated experience leading WBS and detailed task planning sessions
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or similar scheduling tools
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience facilitating discussions across technical and non-technical audiences
- Familiarity with IT infrastructure, cybersecurity projects, and/or software development environments
- This role requires patience, adaptability, and the ability to meet teams where they are in their planning maturity.
- The resource must proactively encourage participation, draw out input from technical subject matter experts, and support alignment without taking over ownership of the work.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with IT infrastructure, cybersecurity projects, and/or software development environments
- Experience supporting planning efforts for Salesforce implementations or enhancements
- Experience working in municipal government or the public sector
- Experience providing training, mentoring, or coaching on planning practices
Experience Level
Entry Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $70.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Plano,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2025.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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