TX DIR-Project Manager 3-
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Job Location:
Austin, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
18 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICESTexas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Project Manager 3 hereafter referred to as Candidate(s) who meets the general qualifications of Project Manager 3 Project Management and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
The Department of Information Resources (DIR) requires the services of 1 Project Manager 3 hereafter referred to as Worker who meets the general qualification of Project Manager 3 and the specifications outlined in this document for the above-named customer.
HHSC is looking for a Project Manager to oversee a new project State of Texas Automated Information Reporting System (STAIRS) to modernize the current solution. The project/solution would result in enhancing the current system and automating additional business functions enabling more effective for tracking monitoring and auditing service provider cost reports submissions and documentation.
The Project Manager understands the PMI framework Project Delivery Framework and QAT reporting requirements for Major Information Resource Projects. The successful candidate understands business and technical objectives of a modernization.
The worker will be expected to manage communication with stakeholders project team(s) and must develop strong relationships with key decision-makers. The worker should be able to comprehend and communicate complex technical designs and implementations as well as complex business processes.
The Worker will need to perform the following tasks and assignments:
Creates required project documentation presentations and artifacts as necessary.
Provides weekly status updates (written and verbal) and conducting regular project team status meetings.
Presents and reports to leadership and oversight entities (e.g. Executive Steering Committees QAT etc.); escalating risks and issues as appropriate in a timely manner.
Some on-call support may be required depending on project phase.
Act as a liaison between stakeholders and project team(s).
Ensure project meets the standard HHSC guidelines and procedures and developing project artifacts in accordance with Texas Project Delivery Framework.
Manage and monitor the project schedule scope budget; overseeing and tracking development progress and ensuring project assignments and progresses align with project timelines.
Documenting risks issues and contingency plans; ensuring resolution of issues and removal of project impediments.
Overseeing the development of SDLC artifacts ensure business requirements.
II. 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 | Required project management experience for large-scale Enterprise Implementations |
| 8 | Required | Required State of Texas or similar Federal/State project management experience |
| 8 | Required | Required project management / systems analyst experience leading and managing legacy modernization projects |
| 5 | Preferred | State of Texas Project Delivery Framework experience |
| 5 | Preferred | Experience with low code/no code solution |
| 3 | Preferred | Experience with Texas statewide systems |
| 3 | Preferred | Knowledge of State of Texas QAT process for major Information Resources project (MIRP) |
III. TERMS OF SERVICE
Services are expected to start 03/02/2026 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2026. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1256 hours. This service may be amended renewed and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.
IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION
Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.
The primary work location(s) will be at 701 W. 51st Austin Texas 78751. The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework. Any and all travel per diem parking and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidates and/or Vendors expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees including any requirement for original receipts.
The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends evenings and holidays as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Position will be 3 days remote with 2 days (Mon & Tues) required to be onsite at the location listed above. Program will only allow candidates who are LOCAL TO THE AUSTIN AREA ONLY (Within 50-mile radius). **Subject to change per the hiring team**
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- Construction Estimating
- Construction Experience
- PMBOK
- Visio
- Construction Management
- Project Management
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
- Project Management Lifecycle
- Contracts
About Company
Who We Are & What We Do Established in 2005, Knowledge Builders Inc. (KBI) provides Information Technology Consulting, Administrative and Health Care Staffing solutions, Payrolling and Call Center services to companies and governmental entities of all sizes. KBI is a Woman-Owned Bus ... View more
