What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Project Lead position at Beacon Systems, Inc?
About Us:
Beacon Systems, Inc, delivers Program Management, Science, Engineering, and Technology Solutions to Federal, Commercial State, and Local Agencies. We are a subsidiary of Radiant Digital Solutions. Our Technology support to many DoD Agencies, NASA, Voice of America, FDA, and State Agencies such as State of FL, RI, MS, ND, VA, and WV extends our delivery of solutions worldwide.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Job Title: Data Project Manager
Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid) 3 days remote with 2 days (Wednesdays and Fridays) required to be onsite
Duration: 3 months 1 Year extension possible
Role Overview:
This role supports a Technical Project Manager for a data engineering project with an AI adoption program. The position involves managing cross-functional coordination, tracking deliverables, supporting platform and data engineering initiatives, and ensuring alignment between business, engineering, and AI stakeholders. Familiarity with cloud platforms, data pipelines, and AI/ML adoption efforts is highly desirable, along with strong communication and organizational skills.
II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Required/Preferred Experience
Required Experience leading technical projects or programs in data, analytics, and cloud environments.
Required Experience leading data architecture, data modeling, and data warehousing initiatives from planning through delivery.
Required Proven ability to manage business intelligence, big data, and analytics projects in complex enterprise environments.
Required Experience supporting healthcare data initiatives; familiarity with standards such as FHIR, CCDA, and HL7 is a plus.
Required Working knowledge of SQL and database technologies to support project planning, estimation, and issue resolution.
Required Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for business and executive audiences.
Required Proven leadership skills managing cross-functional teams, vendors, and complex project timelines.
Required Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with data engineers, developers, analysts, and business partners.
Required Experience defining project scope, objectives, milestones, timelines, and success metrics.
Required Experience with project budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and financial status reporting.
Required Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, MS Project, or Smartsheet.
Required Strong documentation skills for project plans, charters, schedules, and lessons learned.
Required Working knowledge of cloud platforms, data systems, or enterprise applications.
Required Proactive leadership style with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Preferred Familiarity with healthcare or other regulated environments, including compliance, security, and data governance concepts.
Preferred PMP, PgMP, PMI‑ACP, SAFe, or similar project management certification preferred.
Preferred Healthcare industry experience preferred.
Preferred Fundamental understanding of information management principles, IT processes, SDLC, architecture, and enterprise technologies.
Preferred Strong consulting and facilitation skills.
Preferred Customer-focused communication skills with the ability to engage all levels of the organization.
Preferred Proactive leadership style with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Preferred Experience supporting AI, advanced analytics, or digital transformation initiatives at the program or project level.
Preferred TOGAF, Cloud Solution Architecture, or Azure/AWS/Google Cloud Platform certifications preferred