SR Program Manager Ent Data & Analytics

MMC Group•Austin, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Program Manager III to lead high-impact enterprise data and analytics initiatives supporting the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). This role is ideal for a seasoned Program Manager with experience leading large-scale Business Intelligence (BI), Data Warehouse (DW), analytics, and digital transformation programs in complex enterprise environments. As a strategic leader, you will oversee multiple cross-functional initiatives, collaborate with executive leadership, and drive the successful delivery of enterprise data modernization projects that improve statewide reporting, analytics, and AI-enabled decision making.

Requirements

8+ years of experience managing large-scale enterprise technology or data programs.
8+ years translating complex business and analytics initiatives into strategic program plans and execution roadmaps.
Extensive experience leading Business Intelligence, Data Warehouse, analytics, or enterprise data initiatives.
Strong experience managing hybrid Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies.
Experience leading cross-functional teams across business and technical organizations.
Experience creating executive presentations, program documentation, and project artifacts.
Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, Visio, and other project planning and presentation tools.
Exceptional leadership, communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts to executive leadership and non-technical stakeholders.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and must not require current or future employment sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Business Intelligence and Enterprise Data Warehouse programs.
Healthcare, Health and Human Services, Medicaid, or other highly regulated industries.
Enterprise data governance and data quality initiatives.
Scrum of Scrums leadership and the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).
Federal and state reporting programs.
Performance management and analytics initiatives within a State of Texas agency.
Major Information Resources Projects (MIRP).
Advanced Planning Documents (APD) and Business Case Workbooks supporting blended State and Federal funding.
Organizational data literacy and AI adoption initiatives.
Responsible AI governance and compliance practices.

Responsibilities

Lead multiple enterprise data and analytics initiatives from planning through execution.
Partner with executive sponsors, agency leadership, and business stakeholders to establish program priorities, roadmaps, and strategic objectives.
Translate complex analytics initiatives and business requirements into actionable program plans and delivery strategies.
Lead hybrid Agile and Waterfall projects, including sprint planning, epics, user stories, project schedules, risk management, and governance activities.
Facilitate Scrum of Scrums ceremonies and coordinate work across multiple Agile teams while applying Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) principles.
Serve as the primary point of contact for executive stakeholders regarding enterprise reporting, analytics, and program status.
Present complex technical concepts, project findings, and data insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Oversee project teams responsible for data integration, analytics, reporting, dashboards, and data visualization initiatives.
Ensure program deliverables align with enterprise data governance, compliance, and reporting standards.
Support AI-enabled analytics initiatives by helping teams develop responsible AI practices and effective prompt strategies.
Promote data literacy and AI adoption across the organization through strategic planning and organizational enablement.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, analysts, and business leaders to resolve risks, remove roadblocks, and ensure successful program delivery.
Monitor budgets, timelines, resource allocation, and program performance while driving continuous improvement across initiatives.