IT Project Manager - Senior​/Specialist | Data & AI Governance Projects

Description

About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is seeking an IT Project Manager (Senior/Specialist) to join the Technology Services Division (TSD) Enterprise Implementation Services team. In this critical role, you will lead the successful planning, delivery, and oversight of enterprise AI, data, and technology initiatives that support WSDOT's mission and strategic goals. Working under the Enterprise Technology Project Management Office (ETPMO), you will manage complex, high-risk, enterprise-wide projects, coordinate cross‑functional teams and stakeholders, ensure compliance with Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech), Office of Financial Management (OFM), and WSDOT IT standards, and support the procurement and implementation of innovative AI and data solutions.

This position also provides project management expertise for other enterprise technology initiatives as assigned.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the IT Project Manager (Senior/Specialist) will:

• Independently analyze the business requirements, resources, and the proposed solution, and develop an initial project budget and project work plan and provide them to TSD management.
• Independently analyze the proposed scope, schedule and budget.
• Facilitate the establishment of a Project Steering committee ensuring composition from IT Business Customer management, TSD management personnel and stakeholders.
• Establish and lead project team meetings to manage the progress of the team throughout the duration of the project.
• Continuously monitor and measure project team execution of assigned tasks; identify reports and elevate, as appropriate, any deviations from the approved scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate project team activity with external entities to ensure compliance with mandatory design and code reviews, and work with project SMEs, ensuring and documenting project compliance.
• Lead the TSD development and coordination efforts for Request for Proposal (RFP)/Request for Quotation (RFQ)/Request for Information (RFI) (Collectively RFx) acquisition process with the agency’s Administrative Contracts Office.
• Independently establish and facilitate risk management, issue resolution, and formal change control processes.
• Advise, facilitate, and ensure WSDOT TSD Business Customer compliance with applicable Revised Code of Washington (RCWs), and Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech) Policies, Standards, and Guidelines.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following competencies are required
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• Comprehensive, advanced understanding of project management principles, standards, and best practices (e.g., PMI PMBOK, Agile) typically obtained through formal education and progressive professional development.
• In-depth knowledge of project lifecycle phases, knowledge areas, project budgets, risk management, governance, and quality assurance processes.
• Ability to independently analyze business requirements, develop project documentation, and manage project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Proficiency in using project management software and tools to track progress and ensure project alignment with organizational goals.
• Capable of leading project team meetings, monitoring progress, and ensuring compliance with mandatory design and code reviews. Able to anticipate project challenges and develop strategic solutions to mitigate risks.
• Demonstrates proactive planning and organization, maintains focus on project goals, and effectively manages time and resources. Exhibits strong leadership qualities, fosters a collaborative team environment, and consistently delivers…