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Operations Project Manager Sr

Apply now Job No: 499401
FT/PT: Full-time
Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular
Location: Austin, TX 78732
City: Austin
State: Texas
Categories: Project/Program Management, Hybrid

At LCRA, we are seeking to find a driven Senior Project Manager! This position would operate within PMO leading Water, Generation, Parks, and Facilities projects. We strive to enhance and build LCRA facilities leading to improving the lives of Texans! This position will be in the Operations PMO location based at LCRA's General Office Complex with physical projects located throughout LCRA's service area. This is a chance to lead a portfolio of projects that include high risk pivotal initiatives where your project management experience makes a quantifiable impact on LCRA's operations. Our ideal candidate would demonstrate effective teamwork which fosters collaboration, improves problem-solving, ultimately contributing to the overall success and growth of LCRA!

You will be trusted to:

- Develop project schedules that address the project charter requirements while aligning with department schedule metrics.
- Perform ongoing risk analysis to identify risks as projects are developed, chartered, and executed.
- Effective leadership of the project team in a collaborative, effective manner. This may include executive level interactions.
- Accurately manage chartered project budgets throughout the project lifecycle.
- Manage project scope with strict adherence to the project change request process for changes to the chartered scope of the project.

You qualify with:

- Nine or more years of experience in project controls, project management or work package management, including two or more years managing projects (including managing scope, schedule and budget) or other relevant experience.
- A degree(s) in project management, business, finance, economics, engineering, construction management, math, science, computer science, information technology or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.  
- Driver's license      

You are a great fit with:

- Experience in water or generation project delivery
- Experience in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Projects
- Experience in managing of project budgets

You gain:

- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

- Life and disability insurance

- Wellness program including wellness incentive

- Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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