Project Manager

08 Nov 2024

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Neos is a leading Austin-based IT Staffing and Consulting firm. Neos was recognized as a one of the Best Places to Work in Austin by the Austin Business Journal.Neos is currently seeking a Project Manager for a long-term contract position with our client in Austin, Texas.

Only Candidates Local to Texas Need Apply Our client plans to complete several projects that require guidance from a software development- and infrastructure-knowledgeable project manager. The projects include but are not restricted to Oracle upgrades for .NET applications, SafetyNet Data Warehouse accessibility improvements, updating applications to work with Chrome/Edge, enhancements to the Information Management Protecting Adults and Children in Texas (IMPACT) system, and various infrastructure projects. The project manager will develop charters, schedules, resource plans, and ensure resources are on track with scheduled work, while managing risks, issues, and action items. The project manager will direct the work of team members in a matrixed environment and will use strong written and verbal communication skills to analyze and resolve project issues with input from appropriate infrastructure SMEs. Work may involve the following:
  • Coordinate, plan, and evaluate projects using client’s PMO project management methodologies and the Texas Project Delivery Framework.
  • Experience working in Agile and Waterfall development processes.
  • For Agile projects, coordinate Scrum sessions and train team members on the Scrum process.
  • Monitor and manage project costs and report information to IT leadership as assigned.
  • Monitor and manage project quality to ensure project deliverables are acceptable and fulfill the terms of the project charter.
  • Direct the work of team members in a matrixed environment and use strong written and verbal communication skills to analyze and resolve project issues with input from appropriate management and SMEs.
  • Work on projects that may include, but not restricted to networking, architecture, data protection, and security.
  • Develop charters, schedules, resource plans, and ensure resources are on track with scheduled work, while managing risks, issues, and action items.
  • Facilitate and participate in cross-program and multi-agency workgroups, setting goals and objectives, and providing work products.
  • Facilitate sessions to further elicit business or technical requirements.
  • Develop and maintain project plans, work breakdown structures, schedules, risks and issue logs, action/decision tracking logs, communication plans, and status reports.
  • Develop resource management plans to ensure proper staffing levels for each project.
  • Work within PMO and with other IT staff and program stakeholders to identify risks/issues and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Coordinate project activities with other state agencies, governmental jurisdictions, or private sector partners and contractors.
  • Review and recommend proposals to management.
  • Work within the PMO to establish and standardize PM practices.
  • Coordinate and communicate with project stakeholders, IT management, and program area staff to facilitate successful completion of project tasks.
  • Prepare high-quality written presentations, updates, summaries, and other documents according to target audience needs.
  • Perform project-related research and analysis tasks as assigned to report on program area requirements, state and federal requirements, and inform IT management of any risks or issues.
  • Provide research on complex topics, including assessment, analysis, and evaluation of federal regulations and communications, professional literature, and other publications to make determinations and recommendations related to state and federal legislation.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
  • Minimum Requirements:Candidates that do not meet or exceed the

    minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.YearsRequired/PreferredExperience7RequiredLeading Information Technology software development and infrastructure projects.7RequiredUnderstanding of a variety of software development topics, such as requirements writing, development, software testing, and code promotion.7RequiredWorking knowledge of Project Management Life Cycle processes.7RequiredAbility to learn and apply DFPS-specific project management and ITS processes.7RequiredWorking knowledge of project documentation including charters, project plans, work breakdown structures, resource management, status reports, issues logs, action logs, and decision tracking documents.7RequiredAbility to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues.7RequiredAbility to manage changes in project scope, resources, and budget.7RequiredAbility to communicate project progress and upcoming activities to project resources and all levels of project stakeholders.7RequiredSkill in interpersonal relationships, including working with people under pressure, negotiating among multiple parties, resolving conflicts, and maintaining effective working relationships.7RequiredLeading project teams to the successful completion of projects.7RequiredAdvanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, and SharePoint.4PreferredKnowledge of SACWIS (Statewide Automated Child Welfare Information Systems) Certification requirements.4PreferredWorking knowledge of Texas Project Delivery Framework requirements for major Information Resources Projects.4PreferredStrong understanding of EIR Accessibility requirements and their technical specifications.1PreferredPrefer Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) from the Project Management Institute.1PreferredWorking knowledge of the following client’s systems/programs: IMPACT, PACES, ABCS, PEIRS, eReport, eTravel, General Placement Search, and Community Based Care.

    • ID: #22386260
    • State: Texas Austin 73301 Austin USA
    • City: Austin
    • Salary: Depends on Experience
    • Job type: Contract
    • Showed: 2021-11-08
    • Deadline: 2022-01-03
    • Category: Software/QA/DBA/etc