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Project Data Lead/Project Data Manager with Required Local Candidates and Public Sector experience

TexcelVision Inc.Austin, TX🇺🇸United StatesPosted 22 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This on-site Project Data Lead role offers a chance to significantly impact a public sector data engineering project with AI adoption, perfect for experienced project managers with a PMP certification. You will hone your skills in planning, coordination, and stakeholder alignment while working on cutting-edge technology. Apply now to contribute to this vital initiative!

Quick Overview

Work Type
On Site
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Respond by: 08/05/2026

Rate: DOE

Type: Contract

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: Austin TX

Please respond with resume and 3 references preferably supervisor (name, title, company, email, phone number)

Background Check will be performed if a candidate is selected for placement and will have to be passed'

Job Description

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.

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.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements:
Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.

Years

Required/Preferred

Experience

10

Required

Experience leading technical projects or programs in data, analytics, and cloud environments.

10

Required

Experience leading data architecture, data modeling, and data warehousing initiatives from planning through delivery.

10

Required

Proven ability to manage business intelligence, big data, and analytics projects in complex enterprise environments.

10

Required

Experience supporting healthcare data initiatives; familiarity with standards such as FHIR, CCDA, and HL7 is a plus.

10

Required

Working knowledge of SQL and database technologies to support project planning, estimation, and issue resolution.

10

Required

Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for business and executive audiences.

10

Required

Proven leadership skills managing cross-functional teams, vendors, and complex project timelines.

10

Required

Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with data engineers, developers, analysts, and business partners.

10

Required

Experience defining project scope, objectives, milestones, timelines, and success metrics.

10

Required

Experience with project budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and financial status reporting.

10

Required

Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, MS Project, or Smartsheet.

10

Required

Strong documentation skills for project plans, charters, schedules, and lessons learned.

10

Required

Working knowledge of cloud platforms, data systems, or enterprise applications.

10

Required

Proactive leadership style with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

8

Preferred

Familiarity with healthcare or other regulated environments, including compliance, security, and data governance concepts.

8

Preferred

PMP, PgMP, PMI ACP, SAFe, or similar project management certification preferred.

8

Preferred

Healthcare industry experience preferred.

8

Preferred

Fundamental understanding of information management principles, IT processes, SDLC, architecture, and enterprise technologies.

8

Preferred

Strong consulting and facilitation skills.

8

Preferred

Customer-focused communication skills with the ability to engage all levels of the organization.

8

Preferred

Proactive leadership style with strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

3

Preferred

Experience supporting AI, advanced analytics, or digital transformation initiatives at the program or project level.

3

Preferred

TOGAF, Cloud Solution Architecture, or Azure/AWS/Google Cloud Platform certifications preferred

III. TERMS OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start 09/01/2026 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2027. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 2008 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

Skills

SQL
AWS
Azure
Google Cloud
Jira
SAFe

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