Program Manager

Largeton Group; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A local project management firm is seeking a Program Manager in Austin, Texas to lead modernization and process improvement initiatives. The candidate must have over 8 years of IT program management experience, a proven track record in managing substantial projects, and expertise with automation tools. The role requires strong communication and leadership skills to work across divisions and drive collaboration. This position offers a hybrid work environment and contract duration through 8/31/26.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT program management experience.
• Proven track record managing multi-year, $10M+ projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and conflicts.

Responsibilities

• Lead modernization and automation initiatives to improve business processes.
• Manage program budgets and report project progress to leadership.
• Mentor interns and develop strategies to improve stakeholder satisfaction.

Skills

IT program management

Project management

AI and automation tools

Cross-functional team collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Visio

PowerBI

Tableau

Job description

Overview

Job Summary- Program Manager- Austin Texas Hybrid

• Role: Program Manager supporting the COO to drive modernization and process improvement initiatives across Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) and System Support Services (SSS) divisions.
• Location: Austin, TX (Local candidates only)
• Duration: Contract through 8/31/26 (up to 2,000 hours), with possible extensions.
• Sector: Public sector/State agency experience required

Responsibilities

• Lead modernization, automation, and AI-driven initiatives to streamline and improve complex business processes.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and management of large-scale projects aligning with organizational goals.
• Develop and manage program budgets and operating plans.
• Serve as a cross-divisional liaison, driving collaboration, consensus, and alignment between teams.
• Facilitate adoption of new tools and processes by creating a “nudge” environment using behavioral strategies.
• Standardize project management practices and documentation across divisions.
• Ensure compliance with data governance, security, and ethical AI standards.
• Report project progress, risks, and outcomes to senior leadership.
• Mentor and lead interns and early-career professionals within the team.
• Develop and implement strategies to measure and improve stakeholder satisfaction, process efficiency, and compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT program management experience.
• Proven track record managing multi-year, $10M+ projects.
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Office, and Visio.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, conflicts, and facilitate cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on experience with AI, automation tools, and process improvement (Lean Six Sigma, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of PMO standards, stage-gate reviews, and executive reporting.
• Ability to translate strategy into actionable program plans and present complex technical concepts to business audiences.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years communicating with and supporting C-suite/executive sponsors.
• Strong negotiation and influence skills with IT, business, and external partners.
• Experience in data-driven reporting, KPI development, and dashboard creation (PowerBI/Tableau).
• Comfortable working in ambiguous or rapidly changing environments.

Additional Requirements

• Must currently reside in the Austin, TX metro area.
• Prior experience in public sector and state government projects is required.

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