IT Project Manager

Project Manager Onsite | Austin, TX | Contract Lead end-to-end delivery of IT projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing phases Define project scope, goals, timelines, and deliverables in alignment with business objectives Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets Coordinate cross-functional teams (developers, QA, infrastructure, business stakeholders) to ensure successful delivery Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular status updates and managing expectations Identify project risks, issues, and dependencies, and proactively implement mitigation strategies Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget Manage change requests and ensure proper documentation and approvals Facilitate project meetings, including stand-ups, sprint planning, and stakeholder reviews (Agile/Scrum environments) Track project KPIs, milestones, and performance metrics to ensure progress and quality standards Collaborate with technical teams to translate business requirements into actionable project tasks Ensure compliance with organizational standards, security policies, and governance frameworks Support vendor management and coordination when working with third-party partners Drive continuous improvement by identifying process enhancements and lessons learned post-project