We are seeking a seasoned IT Project Manager 3 to oversee the planning and delivery of large, complex technology projects for a Texas state agency. This role requires strong leadership, expert-level project management, and the ability to analyze and improve business processes across multiple stakeholder groups.

This is a 100% on-site role in Austin, TX.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead complex technology projects from initiation through completion in a structured development environment.
• Coordinate, assign, and evaluate work in a matrixed team structure, including internal staff and third-party contractors.
• Develop and manage project budgets, timelines, work plans, and resource allocation.
• Establish deliverable content expectations, review processes, and ensure quality standards are met.
• Facilitate business analysis efforts including business process mapping, reengineering, and requirement gathering.
• Evaluate contractor and vendor performance to ensure alignment with goals and expectations.
• Communicate project status, risks, and updates to stakeholders and executive leadership.
• Write, review, and manage solicitation documents including RFOs, RFIs, and SOWs.
• Collaborate with the Data Center Services (DCS) on cloud-based solutions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Years/Requirement

8+ Full-time experience managing large, complex IT projects across all SDLC phases.

8+Experience with structured development processes, scope management, estimation, risk management, and corrective action.

8+Strong analytical skills and decision-making ability in project leadership roles.

8+Experience facilitating business process mapping and recommending IT solutions.

8+Experience documenting detailed functional and technical requirements.

8+Prior experience in a Texas state agency as a project manager.

5+Experience creating procurement documentation (RFI, RFO, SOW).

5+Experience gathering requirements across dispersed teams or departments.

5+Experience with implementation projects.

5+Familiarity with the Texas Project Delivery Framework.

1+(Preferred) Experience with Salesforce.

Ideal Candidate Traits:

✅ Confident in leading state-level enterprise projects

✅ Strong communicator and team leader

✅ Proactive, with proven problem-solving abilities

✅ Able to manage multiple workstreams with competing priorities

✅ Familiar with Texas government processes and frameworks

Apply now if you're ready to lead high-impact projects that transform public sector services in Texas.