Project Manager (Budget Planning) at MKS2 Technologies
MKS2 Technologies · Austin, United States Of America · Hybrid
- Senior
- Office in Austin
MKS2 Technologies, LLC, an award-winning high growth small business, creates innovative and customer-centric technology solutions in the areas of Cyber Security, Instructional Design and Training, Software Engineering and IT Support Services to improve the security and well-being of our clients. Our commitment to excellence and our “Mission First” orientation has resulted in steady growth and an expanding client base across government agencies. We have employees nationwide and for the past three consecutive years were named one of the fastest growing Veteran-owned companies in the nation. Please take a moment to browse through our website and learn more about what it means to serve with MKS2.
Project Manager – Budget Planning Tool (Hybrid, Austin TX)
Location: 701 W 51st Street, Austin, TX 78751 (Hybrid – Onsite & Telework)
Start Date: 10/01/2025
End Date: 07/31/2026
Estimated Hours: 1,832 (with potential extension)
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Project Manager (PM) to work with program and IT teams to implement the Budget Planning Tool project. The PM will facilitate meetings, manage project milestones and deliverables, oversee change requests, track budgets, manage project scope, and handle risks/issues to ensure the project is completed on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
Facilitate project meetings and ensure alignment between program and IT teams.
Manage project milestones, deliverables, and change requests.
Track project budgets, scope, risks, and issues.
Oversee development of SDLC artifacts and ensure business requirements are translated into technical specifications.
Conduct weekly status reporting and project team meetings.
Work in an Agile environment, tracking development progress and ensuring sprint deliverables align with project timelines.
Candidate Skills and Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
PMP Certification is a non-negotiable requirement
10+ years – Managing large-scale project implementations, including project plans, risks, issues, and contingency planning.
10+ years – Strong analytical/problem-solving skills; ability to research, assemble, and analyze complex data and present concise solutions.
10+ years – Experience guiding and facilitating SDLC processes and artifacts.
10+ years – Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with multiple sponsors/stakeholders; excellent communication/presentation skills.
10+ years – Experience summarizing/escalating issues, providing weekly status updates, and conducting project team meetings.
10+ years – Collaborative work in fast-paced environments.
10+ years – Experience with Agile methodology, including feature-driven sprints, tracking progress, and ensuring assignments align with timelines.
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years – Agile methodology experience with one or more State of Texas agencies.
Terms of Service
Contract period: 10/01/2025 – 07/31/2026 (possible extension).
Hours: 1,832 hours max per candidate.
Services may be amended, renewed, or extended with mutual agreement.
Work Hours & Location
Standard business hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST (excluding State holidays).
Location: 701 W 51st Street Austin, TX 78751 – Hybrid (Onsite & Telework).
Travel: Any travel outside the primary work location requires pre-approval. Expenses must comply with State of Texas travel rules.
Candidates may be required to work evenings, weekends, or holidays with pre-approval.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: MKS2 Technologies is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
