Project Manager III- Department of Procurement

City of Atlanta, GA; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 81,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta seeks a Project Manager III in the Department of Procurement to lead high-impact projects, ensuring strategic alignment, efficiency, and compliance across initiatives.

The role requires seven years of PM experience, public procurement expertise, and a track record in process improvement. A master’s degree and PMP/Lean Six Sigma are preferred. Office-based with potential travel for stakeholder engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Project Management, or related field.
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience in project management, process improvement, or strategic planning.
• Public procurement experience is required; master’s degree and professional certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with goals, timing, and compliance.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to improve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and project success.
• Oversee project execution from initiation to completion, including planning, budgeting, risk assessment, and performance tracking.
• Foster cross-department collaboration, ensuring stakeholder engagement and effective communication.
• Identify and mitigate project risks with proactive problem resolution.
• Optimize processes and workflows to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Drive adoption of technology and data-driven decision-making to improve project outcomes.
• Mentor junior project managers and team members, promoting continuous learning.
• Ensure compliance with legal, financial, and operational standards.
• Support leadership in strategic planning and policy development.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Risk Management

Process Optimization

Stakeholder Engagement

Data-Driven Decisions

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

PMP

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

Department of Procurement

Project Manager III

Posting Expires: 10/23/2026

Salary Range: $80,594 - $100,000 annually

Job Description

The Project Manager III in the Department of Procurement is responsible for leading high-impact projects, ensuring strategic alignment, efficiency, and compliance in execution for matters of procurement. This role oversees project planning, resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder engagement to drive successful outcomes. The Project Manager III provides leadership in procurement process improvement, technology integration, and operational excellence while ensuring adherence to organizational policies and regulatory requirements.

The position requires strong problem-solving skills, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to navigate complex project environments. Working closely with leadership, internal teams, and external partners, the Project Manager III is instrumental in driving strategic initiatives and delivering measurable results in the Department of Procurement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, project timing requirements and compliance standards.
• Develop and implement approved strategic plans to improve efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and overall project success.
• Oversee project execution from initiation to completion, including planning, budgeting, risk assessment, and performance tracking.
• Facilitate collaboration across departments, ensuring stakeholder engagement and effective communication.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring proactive problem resolution.
• Optimize processes and workflows to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Drive the adoption of technology and data-driven decision-making to improve project outcomes.
• Mentor and guide junior project managers and team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Ensure compliance with legal, financial, and operational standards.
• Support leadership in strategic planning and policy development.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum seven (7) years of experience in project management, process improvement, or strategic planning.
• Required:Public Procurement Experience Required
• Preferred: Master’s degree, professional certifications (PMP, Lean Six Sigma, or related), and experience in enterprise-level project management.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to oversee and execute high-impact projects that align with organizational objectives.
• Advanced Project & Risk Management: Expertise in managing complex projects, assessing risks, and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Process Optimization & Innovation: Proficient at identifying the need and implementing workflow improvements, technology integration, and operational enhancements.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Negotiation: Strong ability to collaborate with leadership, teams, and external partners.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making: Ability to analyze project data and performance metrics to optimize results.
• Mentorship & Team Development: Experience in coaching and developing project management professionals.

Work Environment

• Office-based with potential travel for project meetings and stakeholder engagement.
• May require extended hours during peak project phases.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The organization is an equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.