> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4420413-it-project-manager-iii](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4420413-it-project-manager-iii). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Project Manager III - **Company:** King County - **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $146,331.0 - $185,483.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Cloud Computing, Decision Support Systems, IT Management, PRINCE2, Scrum Methodology, Information Technology - **Published:** October 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d9908d9e96e10c77 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in information technology or business administration. Minimum two years' experience in IT management/leadership position. Minimum five years' experience as an IT project manager, with experience managing very large, complex, and/or vendor related projects OR any combination of experience/education/training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the work. * Extensive experience managing large-scale, high-risk, enterprise technology projects with significant organizational impacts. * Advanced knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, governance frameworks, and best practices. * Experience leading cross-functional teams comprised of business, technical, operational, and vendor resources. * Experience managing procurement processes, vendor contracts, and consultant relationships. * Strong knowledge of business process analysis, organizational change management, and business transformation initiatives. * Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues, evaluate alternatives, and recommend strategic solutions. * Experience presenting complex information to executives, elected officials, and diverse stakeholder groups. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Advanced negotiation, facilitation, and conflict-resolution skills. * Experience influencing decision-making and building consensus across organizations and stakeholder groups. * Experience supervising employees, managing performance, and developing staff. * Commitment to advancing Equity and Social Justice principles in project planning, decision-making, and implementation., * Project Management Professional (PMP), PgMP, Scrum Master, PRINCE2, Agile, or equivalent certification. * Experience working within public-sector, government, or large enterprise environments. * Experience leading transformational business or technology modernization initiatives. Experience implementing enterprise platforms, cloud technologies, or highly integrated technology solutions. * ## Description King County Metro is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Information Technology Project Manager III (ITPM III) to lead some of the largest, most complex, and transformational technology initiatives. This role is responsible for managing enterprise-level projects that significantly impact business operations, service delivery, and technology systems across multiple departments and agencies. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, business stakeholders, and technical teams, providing guidance on project strategy, technology solutions, organizational change, and implementation planning. Projects may require extensive stakeholder engagement, vendor management, business transformation, and coordination across organizational boundaries. In addition to leading major initiatives, this position may provide supervision, mentorship, and resource management for other project managers while supporting Countywide technology governance and strategic priorities., Applying our ACTIVATE values: being Accountable, Collaborative, Timely, and Impactful; how we Value Employees; staying Accessible; building what's Trusted; and acting Equitably, is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees., * Lead enterprise-wide, large-scale, and highly complex technology initiatives that impact multiple departments, agencies, and stakeholders across King County. * Provide strategic consulting and guidance to senior leadership, executives, elected officials, and business partners regarding project objectives, technology solutions, operational impacts, risks, costs, and implementation approaches. * Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, schedules, and governance structures while ensuring alignment with County priorities and business needs. * Direct all phases of project delivery, including initiation, planning, procurement, execution, monitoring, implementation, and project closeout. * Establish project baselines, performance measures, reporting frameworks, and governance processes necessary to meet County technology oversight requirements. * Lead multidisciplinary project teams and coordinate resources to ensure project outcomes are delivered within approved scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards. * Manage project risks, issues, dependencies, change requests, and mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle. * Develop and oversee procurement activities, including Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposals (RFP), Requests for Quotes (RFQ), vendor evaluations, contract negotiations, and vendor performance management. * Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to identify functional, technical, and integration requirements across multiple technology platforms and systems. * Facilitate executive steering committees and governance bodies by providing status reports, budget updates, risk assessments, recommendations, and decision support materials. * Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and County policies, regulations, and technology governance requirements. * Lead organizational change management, training strategy, business readiness activities, and operational transition planning associated with major technology implementations. * Develop success measures and benefits realization metrics to evaluate project performance and organizational outcomes. * Supervise and mentor project management staff, evaluate performance, and support professional development as assigned. * Perform other duties as assigned., * Responsible for understanding Metro Transit Safety Policy and their role in safety. * Report all safety concerns. * Follow safety practices and procedures as necessary to maintain a safe work environment and in conformance with applicable regulations, policies, and training. * Report safety and security concerns and ideas to supervisors or anonymously through data collection system. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Application Process If you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King County's vision for unified, equitable, and high-performing government, please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable, ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position.