Senior IT Project Manager - Statewide Device Deployment NEW

Manage the complete lifecycle of statewide device deployment projects, from procurement through configuration, deployment, and project close-out. Lead enterprise hardware refresh and device deployment programs for administrative and legal staff. Develop detailed project plans, schedules, milestones, deliverables, and resource requirements. Organize and coordinate diverse technical and non-technical project teams. Coordinate with vendors, technical teams, business stakeholders, and end users throughout the deployment. Conduct project meetings, stakeholder meetings, status reviews, and working sessions. Establish clear communication channels and maintain transparency throughout the project lifecycle. Monitor project progress, risks, issues, dependencies, budgets, and timelines. Prepare accurate project status reports and communicate updates to leadership and stakeholders. Coordinate device procurement, configuration, logistics, scheduling, deployment, and inventory activities. Manage multiple vendors and cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery. Support change management and ensure deployment activities follow established IT processes and standards. Maintain project documentation using tools such as MS Project, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams . Ensure successful transition, completion, documentation, and close-out of deployment activities. Support large-scale deployments across multiple statewide locations, including projects involving 800+ devices . Required Qualifications 8+ years of progressive IT project management experience. Demonstrated experience leading hardware deployment, device refresh, or enterprise IT infrastructure programs . Strong project planning, scheduling, coordination, and stakeholder-management skills. Experience managing technical teams, vendors, and cross-functional resources. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. Preferred Qualifications Experience with SDLC, PMBOK, Agile delivery, change management, and enterprise IT operations . Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, SharePoint, Teams , and project/workflow management tools. PMP, CSM, or ITIL certification. Experience working with Texas state agencies . Previous experience supporting statewide IT programs . Experience coordinating deployment logistics for 800+ devices . #J-18808-Ljbffr Dutech Systems