Job Information
ABM Industries Senior Project Manager in Sugar Land, Texas
Overview
About the Role
ABM is seeking a highly disciplined, execution-driven Senior Project Manager to lead enterprise technology initiatives in a hybrid delivery environment.
Our governance model operates in a structured, waterfall framework. Our development teams often execute using Agile methodologies. This role requires a project leader who can confidently manage both — driving enterprise-level planning, financial discipline, and executive transparency while partnering effectively with Agile delivery teams.
The ideal candidate is structured, detail-oriented, proactive, and deeply accountable for outcomes. Strong performers in either waterfall or Agile environments who demonstrate learning agility and disciplined execution will be considered.
Benefits: ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Staff & Management (https://media.abm.com/wp-content/uploads/AnnualBenefitFlyers/Recruiting%20Flyer%20-%20Staff%20&%20Mgmt.pdf) .
Responsibilities
What You Will Own
End-to-End Project Accountability
Own delivery of complex IT initiatives from initiation through closure
Develop detailed, executable project plans with clear milestones, dependencies, financial tracking, and risk mitigation strategies
Ensure alignment between business objectives, technical execution, and enterprise governance standards
Hybrid Delivery Leadership
Operate within waterfall governance while coordinating closely with Agile development teams
Translate sprint-level execution into accurate enterprise-level forecasts and reporting
Ensure Agile delivery progress aligns with overall project timelines and funding commitments
Proactively manage cross-team dependencies across business, infrastructure, security, data, and development workstreams
Risk, Discipline & Transparency
Maintain rigorous and current RAID logs, financial tracking, and status reporting
Surface risks early with clear mitigation paths and decision requirements
Drive structured change control when scope, timelines, or budgets shift
Eliminate surprises through proactive communication and disciplined oversight
AI & Emerging Technology Initiatives
Lead or support initiatives involving AI, automation, analytics, and data platforms
Demonstrate curiosity and initiative in understanding AI-driven delivery considerations (data readiness, model iteration, evolving requirements)
Adapt planning approaches to support initiatives where experimentation and structured governance must coexist
What Success Looks Like
Projects delivered with predictability and minimal executive escalations
Clear, accurate reporting trusted by leadership
Early identification and mitigation of delivery risks
Strong alignment between Agile sprint progress and enterprise milestones
Stakeholders who feel informed, supported, and confident in execution
Qualifications
Experience & Capabilities
6–10 years leading enterprise IT projects in complex environments
Experience delivering projects using waterfall, Agile, or hybrid approaches; exposure to both strongly preferred
Demonstrated ability to manage hybrid environments where governance is structured and development is iterative
Strong expertise in schedule management, financial tracking, and dependency management
Exceptional organizational discipline and attention to detail
Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
Strong written and executive-level communication skills
Experience supporting AI, automation, analytics, or data-driven initiatives preferred
Demonstrated learning agility and interest in emerging technologies
Candidates with deep strength in either waterfall or Agile delivery who demonstrate strong execution discipline and readiness to operate in a hybrid model will be considered.
Certifications (Preferred)
PMP preferred but not required
Agile certifications (e.g., Scrum Master, SAFe, PMI-ACP) a plus
Who Will Thrive in This Role
Structured, proactive problem-solvers
Project managers who take personal ownership of outcomes
Leaders who surface issues early rather than manage optics
Professionals who value clarity, documentation, and accountability
Who May Struggle
PMs who rely heavily on others to drive execution
Individuals uncomfortable operating with both structure and ambiguity
Those who prefer methodology theory over delivery outcomes
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