Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field.
8+ years of IT project management experience, including 3+ years in a senior or lead role.
Proven track record in delivering complex public sector IT projects efficiently.
Strong knowledge of SDLC and various project management methodologies like PMP and Agile/Scrum.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, effectively bridging technical and executive levels.
Experience with vendor management in government projects.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional teams within multiple agencies.
Strong skills in risk management, problem-solving, and decision-making.
Responsibilities
Oversee planning and execution of the modernization platform, including discovery workshops and new system implementations.
Manage cross-functional teams and multiple stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
Define project scope, objectives, and success metrics; develop detailed plans and track progress against milestones.
Identify and mitigate risks and issues proactively, maintaining project timelines.
Ensure compliance with IT governance, security policies, and data standards throughout the project lifecycle.
Implement project management best practices, including Agile and hybrid methodologies, with regular updates.
Facilitate meetings and outreach to keep alignment with business goals and user needs.
Drive change management efforts, including training and user adoption strategies.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and continued training.
Engagement in impactful projects within the public sector.
Collaborative work environment with cross-agency teamwork.
Government benefits including health, retirement, and time-off.
Work-life balance initiatives.
Support for further certifications and professional growth.
Full Job Description
The Senior Project Manager will lead the end-to-end delivery of system modernization through both discovery and implementation phases. This role is responsible for managing a complex, multi-agency IT project aimed at transforming legacy processes into a modern, efficient digital platform. The Project Manager will ensure the project meets its goals on time and within budget while balancing scope, quality, and stakeholder expectations in a public sector.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee planning and execution of platform modernization, including coordinating discovery workshops and guiding the implementation of new systems.
Manage cross-functional teams (developers, architects, analysts, UX designers, QA) and multiple stakeholders across government agencies, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
Define clear project scope, objectives, and success metrics; develop detailed project plans and schedules, and monitor progress against milestones.
Proactively identify and mitigate risks and issues, making contingency plans to keep the project on track.
Ensure compliance with federal and state IT governance, security policies, and data standards throughout the project lifecycle.
Implement robust project management practices (Agile and/or hybrid methodologies) with regular status reporting, quality control, and change management processes.
Facilitate stakeholder meetings, steering committee updates, and user outreach to maintain alignment with business goals and user needs.
Drive organizational change management including training, user adoption strategies, and transition plans to operational support once the new permitting system goes live.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or a related field.
8+ years of experience in IT project management (with at least 3+ years in a senior or lead role), managing large-scale software implementation or modernization projects.
Demonstrated success in delivering complex public sector or enterprise IT projects, balancing scope, time, cost, and quality.
Strong knowledge of System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and project management methodologies (e.g. PMP, Agile/Scrum).
Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with ability to liaise between technical teams and executive-level stakeholders.
Experience with vendor management and procurement processes in government projects.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate multiple agencies or departments.
Solid risk management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in high-visibility projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification.
Prior experience with state government transformation initiatives or permitting/regulatory system projects.
Familiarity with environmental permitting processes, regulatory compliance, or public sector permitting offices is a strong plus.
Knowledge of federal and state digital initiatives (e.g., FAST-41 or federal Permitting Dashboard alignment) and data standards.
Experience using project management and collaboration tools (Microsoft Project, Jira, Trello, etc.)
Strong understanding of Agile frameworks and DevSecOps principles in a government context.
Change management or Organizational Change Management (OCM) experience on IT system rollouts.
About Insomniac Design
Insomniac Design is a creative agency that specializes in branding, web design, and digital marketing. The company was founded in 2002 and is based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Insomniac Design has worked with a variety of clients, including small businesses, non-profits, and Fortune 500 companies. The company's mission is to help clients achieve their goals through innovative design and marketing strategies. Insomniac Design has won numerous awards for its work, including several ADDY Awards and a Webby Award.
