Project Manager for Texas HHSC, Austin, Tx

Austin, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title/Level: Project Lead 3
Agency: Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Location: 701 W 51st St Austin Texas 78751
Telework Policy: The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework.
Solicitation Reference Number:
Working Title: Project Lead 3
Category: Project Management

Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Project Lead 3 hereafter referred to as Candidate(s) who meets the general qualifications of Project Lead 3 Project Management and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

This role supports a Technical Project Manager for a data engineering project with an AI adoption program. The position involves managing cross-functional coordination tracking deliverables supporting platform and data engineering initiatives and ensuring alignment between business engineering and AI stakeholders. Familiarity with cloud platforms data pipelines and AI/ML adoption efforts is highly desirable along with strong communication and organizational skills.

Required/Preferred Skills:

10 years Required - Experience leading technical projects or programs in data analytics and cloud environments.
10 years Required - Experience leading data architecture data modeling and data warehousing initiatives from planning through delivery.
10 years Required - Proven ability to manage business intelligence big data and analytics projects in complex enterprise environments.
10 years Required - Experience supporting healthcare data initiatives; familiarity with standards such as FHIR CCDA and HL7 is a plus.
10 years Required - Working knowledge of SQL and database technologies to support project planning estimation and issue resolution.
10 years Required - Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for business and executive audiences.
10 years Required - Proven leadership skills managing cross-functional teams vendors and complex project timelines.
10 years Required - Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with data engineers developers analysts and business partners.
10 years Required - Experience defining project scope objectives milestones timelines and success metrics.
10 years Required - Experience with project budgeting forecasting resource planning and financial status reporting.
10 years Required - Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira Azure DevOps MS Project or Smartsheet.
10 years Required - Strong documentation skills for project plans charters schedules and lessons learned.
10 years Required - Working knowledge of cloud platforms data systems or enterprise applications.
10 years Required - Proactive leadership style with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
8 years Preferred - Familiarity with healthcare or other regulated environments including compliance security and data governance concepts.
8 years Preferred - PMP PgMP PMI ACP SAFe or similar project management certification preferred.
8 years Preferred - Healthcare industry experience preferred.
8 years Preferred - Fundamental understanding of information management principles IT processes SDLC architecture and enterprise technologies.
8 years Preferred - Strong consulting and facilitation skills.
8 years Preferred - Customer-focused communication skills with the ability to engage all levels of the organization.
8 years Preferred - Proactive leadership style with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
3 years Preferred - Experience supporting AI advanced analytics or digital transformation initiatives at the program or project level.
3 years Preferred - TOGAF Cloud Solution Architecture or Azure/AWS/GCP certifications preferred

All work products resulting from the project shall be considered works made for hire and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).

Responsible for the planning coordination requirements gathering business analysis specifications development project planning project monitoring and project status reporting and system implementation of moderate to complex business solutions. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required and should be noted on the resume. Proof of certification may be requested.

Services are expected to start 04/27/2026 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2026. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 900 hours. This service may be amended renewed and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

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 St 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.

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Required Experience:

Title/Level: Project Lead 3Agency: Texas Health and Human Services CommissionLocation: 701 W 51st St Austin Texas 78751Telework Policy: The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework.Solicitation Reference Number: Working Title: Project Lead 3 Category: Project ManagementTexas Health a...

10 years Required - Experience leading technical projects or programs in data analytics and cloud environments.
10 years Required - Experience leading data architecture data modeling and data warehousing initiatives from planning through delivery.
10 years Required - Proven ability to manage business intelligence big data and analytics projects in complex enterprise environments.
10 years Required - Experience supporting healthcare data initiatives; familiarity with standards such as FHIR CCDA and HL7 is a plus.
10 years Required - Working knowledge of SQL and database technologies to support project planning estimation and issue resolution.
10 years Required - Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for business and executive audiences.
10 years Required - Proven leadership skills managing cross-functional teams vendors and complex project timelines.
10 years Required - Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with data engineers developers analysts and business partners.
10 years Required - Experience defining project scope objectives milestones timelines and success metrics.
10 years Required - Experience with project budgeting forecasting resource planning and financial status reporting.
10 years Required - Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira Azure DevOps MS Project or Smartsheet.
10 years Required - Strong documentation skills for project plans charters schedules and lessons learned.
10 years Required - Working knowledge of cloud platforms data systems or enterprise applications.
10 years Required - Proactive leadership style with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
8 years Preferred - Familiarity with healthcare or other regulated environments including compliance security and data governance concepts.
8 years Preferred - PMP PgMP PMI ACP SAFe or similar project management certification preferred.
8 years Preferred - Healthcare industry experience preferred.
8 years Preferred - Fundamental understanding of information management principles IT processes SDLC architecture and enterprise technologies.
8 years Preferred - Strong consulting and facilitation skills.
8 years Preferred - Customer-focused communication skills with the ability to engage all levels of the organization.
8 years Preferred - Proactive leadership style with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
3 years Preferred - Experience supporting AI advanced analytics or digital transformation initiatives at the program or project level.
3 years Preferred - TOGAF Cloud Solution Architecture or Azure/AWS/GCP certifications preferred