Project Manager 3

job summary:

Our client seeks highly qualified candidates to fill the Project Manager position. This position will perform senior level consultative services and technical assistance work in the area of project management for program related activities. Work involves overseeing priority initiatives and managing special projects utilizing project management best practices in coordination with agency business and program units. Duties include: assessing, analyzing, planning, researching, coordinating and evaluating project management implementation, assuring the use of best practices and standards, assisting in the coordination and optimization of operations and program functions and providing recommendations.

location: Austin, Texas

job type: Contract

salary: $75 – 80 per hour

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

This position is responsible for maintaining coordination across numerous related initiatives and leading special projects as assigned by agency leadership. These responsibilities include: developing project management tools; maintaining project management data on critical and major projects; reporting progress on key projects to executive/senior staff; providing recommendations regarding project management practices to agency leadership, and reporting the status of key projects and accomplishments. This position will also work with staff to initiate, sponsor, manage or participate in projects to maximize the success of multiple and diverse projects. Works under limited direction with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

qualifications:

Required Experience (8 Years)

Analysis & Reporting: Ability to research, gather, analyze facts, and devise solutions to complex problems; must be able to prepare concise reports and identify gaps in technology and operational effectiveness.

Project Management: Skilled in managing multiple projects, large-scale implementations, and developing project plans; must effectively document risks, issues, and contingency plans.

Process Improvement: Skilled in mapping business processes, identifying improvements, and expertly planning and facilitating meetings and group problem-solving sessions.

Documentation: Experience developing or contributing to all core project documentation, including Statements of Work (SOWs), project charters, test plans, risk assessments, budgets, and cost projections.

Stakeholder Management: Must develop and maintain strong relationships with multiple project sponsors and stakeholders, paired with strong communication, presentation, and teamwork skills.

Preferred Experience (1 Year)

Status Reporting: Ability to appropriately summarize and escalate issues; experience developing and presenting weekly status updates (written and verbal); compiling and distributing project information and budget reports.

Executive Communication: Experience developing various written materials (briefing documents, administrative reports, PowerPoint presentations) for diverse audiences, including senior and executive management.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate’s education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.