Project Manager III (PMP Certified) - 26-02249

NavitasPartners•Austin, TX

About The Position

The Project Manager III is responsible for leading and managing complex, large-scale IT and software development projects across enterprise environments. This role requires a highly experienced project management professional who can plan, coordinate, and oversee all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. The Project Manager will collaborate with technical teams, business stakeholders, and executive leadership to drive project success. This role requires strong expertise in Agile methodologies, project planning, stakeholder management, risk management, and enterprise-level project implementation .

Requirements

10+ years of experience managing complex IT or software development projects in large enterprise environments.
Strong experience developing and managing project plans, risk registers, issue logs, and contingency strategies .
Proven ability to analyze complex problems and implement effective solutions .
Extensive experience overseeing SDLC processes and deliverables .
Strong experience managing relationships with multiple stakeholders and project sponsors .
Ability to lead project meetings and present weekly status reports and executive updates .
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills .
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment .
8+ years of Agile project management experience .
Experience managing projects using feature-driven sprints and Agile development methodologies .
Proven track record of leading multi-million dollar IT and software projects .
Required: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification (must be listed on resume; proof may be requested)

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with State of Texas agencies .
Experience in Healthcare or Public Health sector projects .
Familiarity with Agile best practices and implementation frameworks .
Preferred: Scrum Master Certification or other recognized project management certifications.

Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex IT and software implementation projects across large organizations.
Develop detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation strategies .
Monitor project progress and ensure milestones and deliverables are completed on schedule.
Oversee multiple project phases including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure .
SDLC Management Guide teams through the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, and deployment.
Ensure business requirements are accurately translated into technical specifications .
Manage and oversee the development of required SDLC documentation and artifacts .
Agile Project Management Manage Agile-based project environments using feature-driven development and sprint cycles .
Track development progress and ensure deliverables align with project timelines.
Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives .
Risk & Issue Management Identify, assess, and document project risks, issues, and contingency plans .
Develop mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions.
Escalate issues appropriately to project sponsors and executive leadership when required.
Stakeholder Management Build and maintain strong relationships with project sponsors, executives, and cross-functional teams .
Conduct regular project meetings and provide weekly status reports and progress updates .
Communicate project objectives, timelines, and deliverables clearly across all stakeholders.
Leadership & Collaboration Lead project teams in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Coordinate work across multiple departments including technical teams, business analysts, developers, and QA teams .
Ensure alignment between business goals and technical solutions.