Job Details

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you will manage and deliver IT projects related to the Office of County Engineer, coordinate system upgrades, and facilitate software platform implementations. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, collaborate with internal stakeholders, and coordinate with external vendors to ensure successful project outcomes. This position requires a combination of project management, business analysis, and technical expertise.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Manage IT Projects: Coordinate, manage, and support IT projects related to system upgrades, software maintenance, and application implementations.
• Collaboration & Vendor Management: Work closely with internal teams, County central IT and other departments, and external vendors for smooth project coordination. Assist in software procurement, evaluation, and vendor selection.
• Budget & Timeline Management: Develop and manage budgets, timelines, risk and deliverables. Ensure project completion within scope, timeline, and budget.
• UAT & Implementation: Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) efforts and resolve issues prior to full implementation.
• Business Analysis & Process Improvement: Assess current workflows, identify inefficiencies, and recommend and implement process improvements.
• Use Case & UI Design: Collaborate on design and development of use cases and user interfaces (UI) to meet application requirements and enhance user experience.
• KPI Tracking & Reporting: Monitor project KPIs and provide regular updates to the IT Director and stakeholders.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) ###-#### or email ...@bmd.hctx.net.

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business Administration or a related field.

Experience

• 5 years of IT project management experience, particularly in software system upgrades and platform implementations.

Knowledge, Skill & Abilities (KSAs):

• Project Management Skills: Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Microsoft Project).
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication skills for managing relationships with internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders.
• Technical Expertise: Experience with business analysis, process improvement, and UI design for applications.
• Experience with software platforms: Experience in permit, construction, facility management, and asset management software platforms.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation, but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resume will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business Administration or a related field.
• Certifications: PMP or Scrum Master certification preferred.

Additional Experience

• Previous experience in local government or public-sector IT projects.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:

Full-Time | Regular | 40 hours per week.

Subject to early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays at times, depending upon the project or workload.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience, based on 26 pay periods.

Physical Demands and Environmental Exposure:

Most assignments will be performed in an office, meeting, or operations command center environment, but some field work may be required. May be required to work extended work hours during activation of disaster recovery operations for an unspecified length of time (varies based on the extent of the event).

This position requires bending, stooping, and lifting to 25 lbs., frequent walking, standing, sitting, reaching, and ascending/descending stairs. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FEATURED BENEFITS:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Wellness.
• Professional development opportunity.
• 457 deferred compensation plans.
• Retirement pension (TCDRS).

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.