Project Manager III

Overview

JOB TITLE:

Project Manager III

CAYUSE COMPANY:

Cayuse Civil Services, LLC

LOCATION

Austin, TX (3 days remote | Mon & Tue Onsite)

SALARY:

$123,739.20 - $176,779.20

EMPLOYEE TYPE:

Full-Time Salary Exempt

TRAVEL

No

RELOCATION

No

Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.

The Work

The Project Manager III will play a critical role in ensuring the successful coordination and execution of numerous related initiatives and will lead special strategic projects as directed by agency leadership. The individual will be responsible for managing cross-functional activities, developing and refining project management tools, and driving institutional efficiencies aligned with key organizational objectives. This position directly supports the agency's decision-making process by providing timely and accurate updates, data analysis, and recommendations to executive and senior staff.

This position aligns with Cayuse's core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Responsibilities

• 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 progress 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Here's What You Need

• 10 years of experience with project management experience for large-scale Enterprise Implementations.
• 8 years of State of Texas or Federal/ State project management experience.
• 8 years of project management/systems analyst experience with leading and managing legacy modernization projects.

• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Possesses effective presentation skills
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of experience with the State of Texas Project Delivery Framework.
• 5 years of experience with low code/ no code solution.
• 3 years of experience with Texas statewide systems.
• 3 years of experience with State of Texas QAT process for major information resource project.

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

Reports to: Program Manager

Working Conditions

• Professional office environment.
• Ability to work on-site in Austin, TX.
• Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.

• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range

USD $123,739.20 - USD $176,779.20 /Yr.