Project Manager in Austin

Job Description

Allied Consultants, Inc is a proudly Austin based firm with over 34 years of experience delivering top-tier technical and business professionals within Texas State Agencies. We are currently seeking an experience Project Manager to play a key role within a high-impact technical services team.

Work Location:

Hybrid, 2 days remote & 3 days onsite. Candidates must be local to Austin, TX**

Responsibilities

Responsible for the planning, coordination, requirements gathering, business analysis, specifications development, project planning, project monitoring, and project status reporting and system implementation of moderate to complex business solutions. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required and should be noted on the resume. Proof of certification may be requested.

3 years of project coordination or project management experience. Experience should include work on cross-functional or cross-divisional projects

experience in:

1. Large organizations or public sector environments

2. Process improvement initiatives

3. Automation, AI, or modernization projects

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.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

3 years of:

• Project Coordination and Project Management. Ability to develop project plans, timelines, milestones, action item logs, and status reports.
• Cross-Divisional Leadership. Ability to coordinate work across multiple divisions, teams, or business areas
• Stakeholder Engagement. Ability to build relationships, gather input, manage expectations, and support consensus among internal teams, leadership, vendors, and partners.
• Communication and Facilitation. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparing updates, leading meetings, documenting decisions, and presenting information to leadership.
• Process Improvement. Ability to analyze workflows, identify inefficiencies, recommend improvements, and support standardized project management practices.
• Risk and Issue Management. Ability to identify project risks, barriers, dependencies, and delays, then escalate or recommend mitigation strategies.
• Documentation and Reporting. Ability to maintain accurate project documentation, meeting notes, action items, risk logs, dashboards, and executive-level reports.
• Organization and Attention to Detail. Ability to manage competing priorities, track deadlines, and ensure project deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
• Leadership and Accountability. Ability to guide project activities, support follow-through, promote accountability, and maintain project momentum.

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5 years of:

• Tool Proficiency. Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Planner, Teams, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Visio, Power Automate, Power Apps, or similar project and reporting tools.

2 years of:

• AI and Automation Familiarity. Working knowledge of automation tools, AI-supported processes, or modernization efforts that improve efficiency and reduce manual work.

Company Overview

At Allied Consultants, we value our consultants and are committed to providing an exceptional experience including:

• Highly competitive pay rates
• Local support staff for responsive, personal service
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Medical insurance (with employer cost sharing)
• Life insurance
• A 401(K) plan with company match
• Flexible spending through a cafeteria plan

Candidates selected for interviews will be subject to a criminal background check and may be required to pass a drug screening, in compliance with federal and state regulations. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of these checks.

Allied Consultants is a proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.