State of Indiana
IT Project Manager Senior
Date Posted: Aug 12, 2025
Requisition ID: 464083
Location:
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46202
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Department of Transportation:
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.
Role Overview:
In this role you will focus on managing projects and portfolios within INDOT Digital Transformation Division. This division is reponsible for fostering an environment of better efficiencies through system and process rationalization, and parterning with IT to deliever solutions according to need and the overal strategic goals. This position manages a wide variety of IT projects within the agency, focusing on Digital Transformation as a strategic goal for the agency. The work required for this position involves organizing and planning the development, design and implementation of these projects utilizing Project Management standards and procedures. Position also monitors the technology models and processes for areas within the Department of Transportation, ensuring that overall technology and processes are compatible within INDOT and with the processes of other agencies. You will need to have strong communication skills, be efficiency focused, and be able to showcase a drive for learning and evolving.
Location:
This position is located in INDOT’s Indianapolis Central Office.
Salary:
This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $93,002.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Lead the planning, execution and successful completion of large-scale, strategic and/or complex projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Manage large, high-visibility, high-impact enterprise-type projects that involve multiple internal or external stakeholders or contracted resources. May be part of an overall program or portfolio of projects.
Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, resource allocations, budgets, and risk management and mitigation strategies.
Define users' and project team members’ roles and responsibilities on the project.
Oversee and manage cross-functional teams, which may include (but not limited to) developers, engineers, analysts, and/or third-party vendors.
Coordinate and monitor the activities of all stakeholders to ensure timelines and budgets are met.
Lead change management efforts and ensure stakeholder buy-in
Communicate project status to management and project stakeholders. Engage with executives and senior stakeholders to ensure continuous alignment.
Mentor and provide coaching/guidance to lower-level Project Managers including recommending training and work experience.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
a Master’s Degree and 1+ years of experience degree in information technology, Computer science, Business Administration or a related field, or
a Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of experience in information technology, Computer science, Business Administration or a related field, or
an Associate's Degree and 5+ years of experience in information technology, Computer science, Business Administration or a related field, or
at least 7+ years of experience including project management experience in information technology, Computer science, Business Administration or a related field, applying the below, outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.
Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.
Thorough knowledge of project cost management, benefits analysis, risk management, funding and estimation of resources.
Thorough knowledge and application of agile, waterfall and hybrid project management methodologies.
Extensive knowledge of the information systems development life cycle, information technology, project tools and approaches to development and implementation.
Extensive knowledge and experience of Microsoft products: Outlook, SharePoint, Word, Excel, Project, and Visio.
Ability to lead cross-functional and cross-organizational project teams by encouraging and influencing others to perform.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple large projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities.
Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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Date Posted: Aug 12, 2025
Requisition ID: 464083
Location:
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46202
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Department of Transportation:
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.
Role Overview:
In this role you will focus on managing projects and portfolios within INDOT Digital Transformation Division. This division is reponsible for fostering an environment of better efficiencies through system and process rationalization, and parterning with IT to deliever solutions according to need and the overal strategic goals. This position manages a wide variety of IT projects within the agency, focusing on Digital Transformation as a strategic goal for the agency. The work required for this position involves organizing and planning the development, design and implementation of these projects utilizing Project Management standards and procedures. Position also monitors the technology models and processes for areas within the Department of Transportation, ensuring that overall technology and processes are compatible within INDOT and with the processes of other agencies. You will need to have strong communication skills, be efficiency focused, and be able to showcase a drive for learning and evolving.
Location:
This position is located in INDOT’s Indianapolis Central Office.
Salary:
This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $93,002.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Lead the planning, execution and successful completion of large-scale, strategic and/or complex projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Manage large, high-visibility, high-impact enterprise-type projects that involve multiple internal or external stakeholders or contracted resources. May be part of an overall program or portfolio of projects.
Develop comprehensive project plans, timelines, resource allocations, budgets, and risk management and mitigation strategies.
Define users' and project team members’ roles and responsibilities on the project.
Oversee and manage cross-functional teams, which may include (but not limited to) developers, engineers, analysts, and/or third-party vendors.
Coordinate and monitor the activities of all stakeholders to ensure timelines and budgets are met.
Lead change management efforts and ensure stakeholder buy-in
Communicate project status to management and project stakeholders. Engage with executives and senior stakeholders to ensure continuous alignment.
Mentor and provide coaching/guidance to lower-level Project Managers including recommending training and work experience.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
a Master’s Degree and 1+ years of experience degree in information technology, Computer science, Business Administration or a related field, or
a Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of experience in information technology, Computer science, Business Administration or a related field, or
an Associate's Degree and 5+ years of experience in information technology, Computer science, Business Administration or a related field, or
at least 7+ years of experience including project management experience in information technology, Computer science, Business Administration or a related field, applying the below, outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.
Related certifications and coursework may be considered for education or experience.
Thorough knowledge of project cost management, benefits analysis, risk management, funding and estimation of resources.
Thorough knowledge and application of agile, waterfall and hybrid project management methodologies.
Extensive knowledge of the information systems development life cycle, information technology, project tools and approaches to development and implementation.
Extensive knowledge and experience of Microsoft products: Outlook, SharePoint, Word, Excel, Project, and Visio.
Ability to lead cross-functional and cross-organizational project teams by encouraging and influencing others to perform.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple large projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities.
Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
Current Employee? Click here (https://performancemanager8.successfactors.com/sf/careers/jobsearch?bplte_company=indianaoff) to apply.