Offer summary

Qualifications:

Experience in project management for large-scale implementations., Knowledge of project management methodologies and SDLC., Strong communication and analytical skills., PMP Certification is preferred..

Key responsibilities:

Plan, budget, oversee and document projects.

Manage communications with clients and IT teams.

Job description

Project managers are the people in charge of a specific project or projects within a company. As the project manager, your job is to plan, budget, oversee and document all aspects of the specific project you are working on. Project managers might work by themselves or be in charge of a team to get the job done.

HHSC is looking for a Project Manager to oversee a new project, Legislative Tracking System (LTS) replacement using the Power Platform tools. The project/solution would result with a system that is scalable, stable, user friendly system for tracking legislation, cost estimates and implementation of legislation. Implements standard project management industry practices. Understands the PMI framework as well as how to establish a project organization and methodology. Must be familiar with Project Delivery Framework and QAT reporting requirements for major Texas Information Resource projects. The successful candidate understands business and technical objectives of modernization project and works closely with multiple key project stakeholders and Vendors. The worker will be expected to manage communicates to clients and IT teams and must develop strong relationships with key decision-makers. Creates project charters, work plans, project tracking documents, and other related project artifacts as necessary. Be able to comprehend and communicate complex technical designs and implementations as well as complex business processes. Develops and makes presentations as required to leadership and oversight entities (e.g., steering committees, QAT, etc.) Serves in an analyst capacity as required. Some on-call support may be required depending on project phase.

The Worker will need to perform the following tasks and assignments:

Acting as a liaison between stakeholders and project team
Overseeing design and development work
Ensuring project meets the standard HHSC guidelines and procedures and developing project artifacts in accordance with Texas Project Delivery Framework
Completing documentation required for the Quality Assurance Review for Texas Technology projects
Managing the project, overseeing, and tracking development progress, and ensuring project assignments and progresses align with project timelines
Developing, monitoring, and maintaining progress of project plans
Documenting risks, issues, and contingency plans; ensuring resolution of issues and removal of project barriers
Controlling and reporting progress to the Project Steering Committee, including escalating any risks and issues, as appropriate, in a timely manner
Providing weekly status updates (written and verbal) and conducting regular project team status meetings
Overseeing the development of SDLC artifacts, ensure business requirements get translated into technical specifications, guide, and facilitate the SDLC process
Developing and maintaining strong relationships with project sponsors and stakeholders.
Possessing strong communication and presentation skills
Possessing strong teamwork skills
Transferring working knowledge to current staff

WORKER SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS (Required)

Must possess communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills at all levels of an organization
Must have experience in managing and coordinating business and technical teams
Must possess strong presentation skills
Must possess problem-solving skills and ability to multi-task
Must possess knowledge of project management body of knowledge (PMBOL) and software development lifecycle methodologies
Must be able to work independently
Must be able to work in a diverse team environment
Must be able to work collaboratively with a variety of partners and stakeholders to ensure understanding of project goals and progress.
Must be able to retain knowledge of environment and systems once given instruction
Must be able to work around projects and deadlines with readiness to put in extra effort when necessary
Must be able to perform related work as assigned

PMP Certification Is Preferred.

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.

Years

Required/Preferred

Experience

10

Required

Project Management Experience for large-scale Enterprise Implementations

8

Required

State of Texas or Similar Federal/State Project Management Experience

8

Required

Project Management /Systems Analyst Experience leading and managing legacy modernization projects

5

Preferred

State of Texas Project Delivery Framework Experience

3

Preferred

Experience with Texas Statewide systems

1

Preferred

Experience with low code/no code solution

1

Preferred

Knowledge of State of Texas QAT process for major Information Resources project (MIRP)

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