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Senior IT Project Manager (Hybrid)

Motus Recruiting & StaffingAustin, TX🇺🇸United StatesPosted 9 Sept 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

You can drive impactful IT projects for a leading energy supplier, gaining valuable experience in cloud modernization and cybersecurity within a reputable organization. This hybrid role offers flexibility and is perfect for a seasoned project manager with a strong background in diverse IT initiatives who is eager to contribute to significant organizational goals. Apply today to explore this exciting contract opportunity!

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Austin, TX, United States
Posted
Yesterday
Process Improvement

Job Description

Senior IT Project Manager (Hybrid)
Our client, an energy supplier and community leader, is looking for a Senior IT Project Manager for their Austin, Texas location.

This hybrid position (2 days in office) is a 12-month contract position. If this opportunity is well-aligned with your experience and goals, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities for Senior IT Project Manager:

  • Lead small to medium complexity projects, assuming accountability for delivering results.
  • Manage project team, including internal and external resources.
  • Develop project plans, budgets, scope, timelines, outcomes, and deliverables using company’s PMO tools and templates.
  • Conduct analyses to estimate and track project costs and budgets.
  • Define resource requirements and negotiate availability with resource managers.
  • Manage vendor relationships to align vendor schedules, costs, and deliverables with the overall project plan.
  • Establish, maintain, and update project risk log. Resolve project issues and escalate as appropriate.
  • Manage project change control and follow existing policies.
  • Ensure project-related documentation is accurate and complete.

Skills and Qualifications for Senior IT Project Manager:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, technology, or related field preferred.
  • 5+ years of project management experience, managing a combination of the following types of projects:
  • Network infrastructure and cloud modernization projects
  • Cybersecurity, access control, and security standardization
  • SCADA and operational technology projects
  • Asset management and GIS-related initiatives
  • Enterprise applications implementations (CIS, SaaS, and system integrations)
  • Application familiarity with: ESRI, IQGEO, Verkada, CUSI, Elements, Splunk, Five9, SAP
  • Demonstrated success applying project management concepts and techniques across multiple, simultaneous projects
  • Strong communication and presentation skills across all levels of the organization
  • Demonstrated analytical skills, including problem solving and critical thinking, with attention to detail
  • Ability to facilitate meetings and manage difficult conversations with tact and diplomacy
  • Ability to gain and maintain credibility at all levels of the organization
  • Understanding of business process improvement and change management desired
  • PMI or equivalent certification preferred

About Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc:
Founded in 2006, Motus is an award-winning recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest, specializing in professional services and technology solutions. We are a group of people who not only recognize the importance of representation, but actively fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process. Our goal is to educate organizations on the importance of DEI when hiring, promoting, and supporting diverse employees. We are calling organizations to demonstrate their commitment to DEI by being intentional about who they hire.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.
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