IT Project Manager IV

Dexian; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 89,544 - 96,432; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing company is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead and manage AI-focused projects in Houston. This role requires overseeing the project lifecycle, managing budgets, and leading teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Ideal candidates will have at least 8 years of experience in IT project management, with strong skills in leadership and communication. PMP certification is required. The position offers a hybrid work mode, with 4 days onsite and 1 day remote, and a competitive pay rate of $65 - $70/hr.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in IT project management.
• PMP or PMI certification required.
• Proven experience with AI project management.

Responsibilities

• Develop, track, and manage project budgets, timelines, and scope.
• Lead teams of developers to ensure timely delivery of AI-driven software solutions.
• Define test plans and manage user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Prepare and present project status updates, cost-benefit analyses, and other necessary reports.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Project Management

AI Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Computer Science, Engineering, etc.)

MBA

Tools

Project Management tools (e.g., Jira, Trello)

Job description

Job Details

• Employment Type: Contract (with potential for extension or contract-to-hire)
• Work Mode: Onsite (4 days a week, 1 day remote)
• Location: Houston, TX
• Duration: 2/2/2026 - 5/1/2026
• Pay Rate: $65 - $70/hr. on W2

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead and manage AI-focused projects. The role involves overseeing the full project lifecycle, ensuring the application of project management methodologies, managing project resources, and delivering high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will have experience in AI project management, with the ability to work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers and business stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, track, and manage project budgets, timelines, and scope.
• Lead teams of developers to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality AI-driven software solutions.
• Define test plans and manage user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Develop communication plans and keep stakeholders informed at critical decision points.
• Oversee large-scale projects spanning multiple years, ensuring the integration of advanced technologies.
• Prepare and present project status updates, cost-benefit analyses, and other necessary reports.
• Manage project risks, assess potential issues, and make necessary adjustments to the project plans.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Computer Science, Engineering, etc.) required; MBA preferred.
• PMP or PMI certification required.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in IT project management.
• Proven experience with AI project management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Experience managing complex projects with large budgets and dependencies.

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career interests, I'd be happy to discuss it further. Please let me know a convenient time to connect or feel free to reply with your updated resume.

Dexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority-owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support. Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. To learn more, please visit https://dexian.com/.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.