Project Manager 3

LanceSoft Inc; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Texas is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee Agile software development for the educational system. The candidate will lead teams towards timely project delivery and ensure quality while collaborating with various stakeholders. This role requires strong leadership and project management experience in education.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership in Agile project management.
• Experience in education sector preferred.
• Ability to oversee project staff and collaborate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead Agile software development teams through SDLC.
• Monitor and measure application quality and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Articulate the application and technology roadmap.

Skills

Leadership

Agile Project Management

Communication

Job description

Job Title:Senior Project Manager
Remote

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The Senior Project Manager will report to the Assistant Director of the IT PMO and play a crucial role in delivering software applications and infrastructure for Texas's educational system. Responsibilities include leading Agile software development teams through the SDLC to ensure timely project delivery, meeting legislative and strategic priorities. The role requires strong leadership in Agile project management, preferably in education, and involves overseeing project staff and collaborating with various stakeholders.

Essential Functions

Process Consistency (20%): Develop and evaluate processes to ensure consistent adherence, manage scope and schedule changes, and develop project budgets and plans.

Deliverable Quality (20%): Monitor and measure application quality, identify improvement measures, and ensure deliverables meet agreements and budget constraints.

Stakeholder Satisfaction (20%): Communicate with stakeholders, solicit feedback, and build strong relationships.

Leadership (20%): Manage problems, resolve issues, identify and mitigate risks, and motivate the team to take ownership and improve efficiency.

Vision (20%): Articulate the application and technology roadmap, coordinate project initiation and planning to meet strategic commitments.

This role demands initiative, independent judgment, and the ability to perform advanced project management work.

You will also demonstrate proficiency in the agency’s five Performance Competencies, and a belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military:

• Productivity & Quality: Consistently produces high-quality work within expected timelines.

• Decision-Making & Judgement: Demonstrates sound judgement and continued benefits for the agency.

• Communication & Interactions: Communications achieve the desired actions and strengthen relationships.

• Growth Mindset & Continuous Improvement: Uses feedback, data, and self-reflection to inform own work

EEO Employer
LanceSoft is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. LanceSoft makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.