IT Project Manager – Senior​/Specialist

About WSDOT

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!

WSDOT is seeking an experienced and collaborative IT Project Manager (Senior/Specialist) to join the Technology Services Division (TSD) Enterprise Implementation Services team. This subdivision is responsible for planning, architecting, and delivering enterprise technology solutions that support WSDOT programs statewide through services including Enterprise Architecture, IT Project Management, Business Analysis, Organizational Change Management, Project Quality Assurance, and Technology Vendor Management. Within the Enterprise Implementation team, the Enterprise Technology Project Management Office (ETPMO) provides oversight and implementation support for complex, high‑risk technology initiatives in accordance with Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech), Office of Financial Management (OFM), and WSDOT technology policies and standards.

In this role, you will lead medium to large‑scale enterprise technology projects, establish project management best practices, support technology procurements, and help ensure the successful delivery of critical business and technology solutions across the agency.

• 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 measures 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, ensure and document 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.

• 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…