Direct Client: Project Manager @ Austin, TX - Hybrid - Locals only

Project Manager Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid, locals only). 10‑month contract. 2 days remote, 3 days onsite (Tues, Wed & Fri). Candidates must be local to the Austin area (within a 50‑mile radius) and already reside in Texas. Visa sponsorship is not required. Only in‑person interviews will be conducted. Responsibilities Responsible for the planning, coordination, requirements gathering, business analysis, specifications development, project planning, project monitoring, project status reporting, and system implementation of moderate to complex business solutions. The Project Lead I supports the planning, coordination, and execution of projects to ensure work is completed on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational goals. This role assists with developing project plans, tracking milestones, coordinating with stakeholders, identifying risks or issues, preparing status updates for leadership, meeting facilitation, process improvement support, quality and compliance support, and leadership support. The Project Lead I also helps promote communication, accountability, and consistent project management practices across teams. Candidate Skills & Qualifications Minimum Requirements Project Coordination and Project Management – 3 years required. Ability to develop project plans, timelines, milestones, action‑item logs, and status reports. Cross‑Divisional Leadership – 3 years required. Ability to coordinate work across multiple divisions, teams, or business areas. Stakeholder Engagement – 3 years required. Ability to build relationships, gather input, manage expectations, and support consensus among internal teams, leadership, vendors, and partners. Communication and Facilitation – 3 years required. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparing updates, leading meetings, documenting decisions, and presenting information to leadership. Process Improvement – 3 years required. Ability to analyze workflows, identify inefficiencies, recommend improvements, and support standardized project management practices. Risk and Issue Management – 3 years required. Ability to identify project risks, barriers, dependencies, and delays, then escalate or recommend mitigation strategies. Documentation and Reporting – 3 years required. Ability to maintain accurate project documentation, meeting notes, action items, risk logs, dashboards, and executive‑level reports. Organization and Attention to Detail – 3 years required. Ability to manage competing priorities, track deadlines, and ensure project deliverables are completed accurately and on time. Leadership and Accountability – 3 years required. Ability to guide project activities, support follow‑through, promote accountability, and maintain project momentum. Tool Proficiency – 5 years preferred. Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Planner, Teams, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Visio, Power Automate, Power Apps, or similar project and reporting tools. AI and Automation Familiarity – 2 years preferred. Working knowledge of automation tools, AI‑supported processes, or modernization efforts that improve efficiency and reduce manual work. Preferred Experience Large organizations or public sector environments. Process improvement initiatives. Automation, AI, or modernization projects. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required and should be noted on the resume. Proof of certification may be requested. Minimum of 3 years of project coordination or project management experience, with experience on cross‑functional or cross‑divisional projects, is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr KSN Technologies. Inc