Project Lead/Manager // Local to TX

Solicitation Reference Number: 529601724R

Working Title: Project Lead 3

Title/Level: Project Lead 3

I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

The State Agency requires the services of one Project Lead 3, hereafter referred to as the Candidate, who meets the general qualifications for Project Lead 3, Project Management, and the specifications outlined in this document.

All work products resulting from this project shall be considered works made for hire and shall remain the property of the State Agency. The selection process may include pre-employment requirements under which potential vendors and their candidates must submit to and successfully complete criminal background checks as authorized by applicable Texas law.

The State Agency will not pay any fees associated with interviews, discussions, or other activities conducted as part of the candidate selection process.

The Candidate must have eight or more years of relevant experience and demonstrate the ability to use professional judgment to plan and accomplish project goals. The Candidate must independently perform a variety of complex tasks and exercise a high degree of creativity, initiative, and professional latitude.

The Candidate will be responsible for planning, coordination, requirements gathering, business analysis, specifications development, project planning, project monitoring, project status reporting, and the implementation of moderate to complex business solutions.

A Project Management Professional certification is required and must be clearly listed on the Candidate s resume. Proof of certification may be requested.

This role will support a Technical Project Manager for a data engineering project associated with an artificial intelligence adoption program. Responsibilities include managing cross-functional coordination, tracking project deliverables, supporting platform and data engineering initiatives, and ensuring alignment among business, engineering, data, and artificial intelligence stakeholders.

Familiarity with cloud platforms, data pipelines, and artificial intelligence or machine learning adoption initiatives is highly desirable. The Candidate must also demonstrate strong communication, leadership, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements

Candidates who do not meet or exceed the minimum stated skills and experience requirements may still be displayed to the customer but may not be selected for this opportunity.

Years	Required/Preferred	Experience
10	Required	Experience leading technical projects or programs involving 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 experience managing cross-functional teams, vendors, and complex project timelines.
10	Required	Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with data engineers, developers, analysts, and business stakeholders.
10	Required	Experience defining project scope, objectives, milestones, timelines, deliverables, 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, Microsoft Project, or Smartsheet.
10	Required	Strong documentation experience preparing project plans, charters, schedules, status reports, and lessons learned.
10	Required	Working knowledge of cloud platforms, data systems, or enterprise applications.
10	Required	Proactive leadership style, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.
8	Preferred	Familiarity with healthcare or other regulated environments, including compliance, security, privacy, and data governance concepts.
8	Preferred	PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, SAFe, or a similar project management certification.
8	Preferred	Healthcare industry experience.
8	Preferred	Fundamental understanding of information management principles, IT processes, the software development life cycle, architecture, and enterprise technologies.
8	Preferred	Strong consulting, presentation, and facilitation skills.
8	Preferred	Customer-focused communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all organizational levels.
8	Preferred	Proactive leadership style, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.
3	Preferred	Experience supporting artificial intelligence, advanced analytics, or digital transformation initiatives at the program or project level.
3	Preferred	TOGAF, Cloud Solution Architecture, Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, or Google Cloud Platform certifications.

III. TERMS OF SERVICE

Services are expected to begin on September 1, 2026, and are expected to be completed by August 31, 2027.

The total estimated number of hours per Candidate shall not exceed 2,008 hours.

The engagement may be amended, renewed, or extended upon written agreement by both parties.

IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated and approved by the State Agency.

Normal business hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding State holidays when the Agency is closed.

The primary work location will be:

701 W. 51st Street

Austin, TX 78751

The position follows a hybrid work arrangement consisting of onsite work and telework.

Any travel, parking, per diem, relocation, lodging, or living expenses shall be the responsibility of the Candidate and/or Vendor.

The State Agency will provide pre-approved written authorization for any required travel involving services performed away from the primary work location. Approved travel expenses shall be limited to the applicable State of Texas travel reimbursement rates and must comply with all prescribed State travel rules, including requirements related to original receipts.

The Candidate may be required to work outside normal business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on project requirements.

Any work performed beyond 40 hours per week will be paid at the quoted hourly rate and must be coordinated and approved in advance by the State Agency.