Project Manager IV - Strategic Planning & Continuous Improvement (SPCI)

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS•Austin, TX

1d•$6,378 - $7,750•Onsite

About The Position

Procurement and Contracting Services is looking for a Project Manager IV. The Project Manager IV position is an advanced-level role within the Strategic Planning and Continuous Improvement (SPCI) office, part of the Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) division. This position reports directly to the SPCI Director and performs advanced project management, strategic planning support, organizational improvement, and operational coordination work. The Project Manager IV leads and coordinates strategic and operational initiatives supporting business operations, process improvement, organizational efficiency, and continuous improvement efforts across PCS and affiliated business areas. Responsibilities include coordinating project activities, supporting strategic initiatives, facilitating stakeholder engagement, monitoring project deliverables, developing project documentation, and assisting with implementation efforts involving multiple stakeholders and operational teams. This role requires regular collaboration with leadership, management, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to support operational priorities, improve coordination, and promote organizational consistency and efficiency. The selected candidate operates under limited supervision while exercising initiative, independent judgment, professionalism, and adaptability in a dynamic operational environment.

Requirements

Minimum of five years of experience in project management, strategic planning support, organizational operations, process improvement, program coordination, stakeholder engagement, or related fields.
Experience in Texas state government preferred.
Experience developing reports, presentations, project documentation, or executive communications preferred.
Experience facilitating meetings, stakeholder engagement activities, operational coordination efforts, or collaborative workgroups preferred.
Knowledge of project management principles, project lifecycle methodologies, and operational coordination practices.
Knowledge of organizational operations, process improvement concepts, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Skill in coordinating projects and initiatives involving multiple stakeholders and operational teams.
Skill in stakeholder engagement, facilitation, collaboration, and relationship management.
Skill in researching, organizing, analyzing, and communicating information effectively.
Skill in preparing reports, executive summaries, presentations, and written communications.
Skill with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, and related collaboration tools.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, shifting deadlines, and competing assignments simultaneously.
Ability to exercise initiative, sound judgment, independent decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with leadership, stakeholders, and staff at all organizational levels.
Ability to facilitate meetings, workgroups, and collaborative planning discussions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational needs in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma certification, Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM), or related certifications preferred, but not required.
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university preferred.
Relevant experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

Leads and coordinates all phases of assigned projects and operational initiatives using accepted project management methodologies.
Develops and maintains project plans, timelines, status updates, communication plans, and project documentation.
Coordinates project deliverables, monitors progress, tracks milestones, and assists with issue and risk management activities.
Facilitates collaboration between leadership, stakeholders, and operational teams to support successful project execution.
Supports implementation of strategic initiatives and organizational improvement efforts across PCS.
Assists with development and monitoring of project metrics, reporting activities, and operational deliverables.
Manages multiple concurrent projects and assignments while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
Tracks project progress and supports timely completion of deliverables aligned with organizational priorities and leadership expectations.
Prepares executive summaries, reports, presentations, status updates, and briefing materials.
Maintains ongoing communication with stakeholders regarding project status, operational impacts, and implementation activities.
Assists with issue resolution, process coordination, and implementation support activities.
Supports maintenance of project documentation, templates, operational procedures, and reporting tools.
Builds and maintains productive working relationships with leadership, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
Facilitates meetings, workgroups, collaborative discussions, and stakeholder engagement activities.
Supports coordination and communication efforts involving multiple operational areas and business units.
Assists leadership with gathering information, researching issues, and developing operational recommendations.
Represents SPCI in meetings, project discussions, and collaborative initiatives as assigned.
Supports operational improvement and process enhancement initiatives focused on organizational efficiency and collaboration.
Identifies opportunities for process improvement and assists with implementation of operational enhancements.
Contributes to development of standardized processes, templates, guidance materials, and operational documentation.
Assists with organizational change management and implementation support activities related to strategic initiatives.
Promotes collaboration, communication, knowledge sharing, and consistent project management practices across the team.
Assists with meeting facilitation, training coordination, and team development activities.
Demonstrates professionalism, adaptability, initiative, accountability, and sound judgment in daily operations.
Performs related work as assigned and maintains regular and reliable attendance in accordance with agency policy.