Project Manager 3

The Project Manager will lead large-scale enterprise implementation and legacy modernization projects within a State of Texas environment. The role requires strong experience with government frameworks, modernization initiatives, and cross-functional coordination. The PM will ensure compliance with HHSC guidelines, Texas Project Delivery Framework, and oversight entities such as QAT. Responsibilities include project planning, execution, monitoring, reporting, and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale enterprise implementation projects.
• Manage legacy modernization initiatives and ensure alignment with business and technical goals.
• Create required project documentation, presentations, and artifacts in accordance with the Texas Project Delivery Framework.
• Provide weekly written and verbal status updates; conduct regular project team meetings.
• Present project updates to leadership and oversight bodies including Executive Steering Committees and QAT.
• Escalate risks and issues in a timely manner.
• Act as a liaison between stakeholders, technical teams, and external partners.
• Ensure adherence to HHSC guidelines, state procedures, and project governance standards.
• Manage and monitor project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Track development progress and ensure alignment with project timelines.
• Document and manage risks, issues, and contingency plans.
• Drive issue resolution and remove project impediments.
• Oversee development of SDLC artifacts and ensure business requirements are captured and validated.
• Support project audits, compliance reviews, and MIRP-related reporting.
• Some on-call support may be required depending on project phase.
  
  

Required Experience

• 10 years of project management experience for large-scale enterprise implementations.
• 8 years of State of Texas or similar Federal/State project management experience.
• 8 years of project management or systems analyst experience leading legacy modernization projects.
  
  

Preferred Experience

• 5 years of experience with the Texas Project Delivery Framework.
• 5 years of experience with low-code/no-code solutions.
• 3 years of experience with Texas statewide systems.
• 3 years of knowledge of the State of Texas QAT process for Major Information Resources Projects (MIRP).
  
  

Work Environment

Hybrid role based in Austin, Texas.