Technical Project Manager

The Technical Project Manager at Tecovas is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects while collaborating with various internal stakeholders. Key duties include documenting project requirements, managing sprint planning, facilitating meetings, and ensuring clear communication about project status, risks, and scope changes. This role is crucial for maintaining timelines and prioritizing initiatives effectively.

Candidates applying for the Technical Project Manager role at Tecovas should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in technical project management. This includes hands-on experience working with engineering teams and managing projects across cross-functional teams. Additionally, strong data analysis skills and excellent communication abilities are highly valued in this position.

Tecovas seeks a Technical Project Manager who has a proven ability to balance multiple tasks while setting priorities effectively. Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills are essential, as is the ability to earn trust with various stakeholders. A passion for customer experience and product quality is also a key aspect of the ideal candidate's profile.

At Tecovas, a Technical Project Manager can expect a supportive work culture that values teamwork and integrity. Benefits include comprehensive insurance coverage, a 401(k) match, flexible PTO, and a corporate wellness program. The company also offers generous employee discounts, making it an exciting environment for those who love western culture.

Yes, the Technical Project Manager role at Tecovas is based in Austin, Texas. Candidates must either be currently located in Austin or be willing to relocate. The company values collaboration and in-person communication, which reinforces the need for this on-site presence.

In answering this question, detail your preferred project management methodology, whether it's Agile, Waterfall, or a hybrid approach. Explain how you adapt your methodology to fit the team's needs and project requirements, emphasizing effective communication and stakeholder engagement.

When faced with conflicting project deadlines, first clarify the priorities with stakeholders and understand the business impact of each project. Use data analysis and project management tools to visualize timelines, then communicate with the team to ensure everyone is aligned and aware of priorities.

Share a specific example that outlines the setback, your analysis of its root cause, and the steps you took to address it. Highlight your communication with the team and stakeholders, and how you turned the situation into a learning opportunity for future projects.

Discuss your strategies for maintaining clear communication, such as regular status updates, visual project dashboards, and scheduled meetings. Mention the importance of adapting your communication style to fit the audience, whether it's team members, technical staff, or executive stakeholders.

Highlight your experience in holding stakeholder meetings, using user stories, and employing tools for capturing requirements. Emphasize the importance of collaboration and ensuring that project documentation is clear, comprehensive, and easily accessible for the entire team.

Discuss your approach to setting clear expectations from the outset, then regularly updating stakeholders on project status, changes, and risks. Emphasize proactive communication and the importance of aligning stakeholder expectations through ongoing collaboration.

Explain your process for identifying potential project risks through planning sessions and team discussions, as well as utilizing risk management tools. Describe how you develop contingency plans and communicate risks to stakeholders to keep everyone informed.

Mention specific project management tools you’re familiar with, such as Jira, Asana, Trello or Microsoft Project. Describe how you utilize these tools for task management, collaboration, and ensuring that projects stay on track.

Share a success story that illustrates your project management skills, including planning, execution, and delivery. Highlight your role in collaborating with teams, overcoming challenges, and ultimately achieving the project’s goals while delighting customers.

Discuss your strategies for fostering collaboration with the engineering team, such as involving them early in the requirements-gathering phase and maintaining open lines of communication throughout the project. Highlight your focus on partnership and shared goals.