IT Project Manager - Software Development

Post Date

Jun 23, 2026

Location

Houston,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

77002
US
Aug 27, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Project Manager

Req #

HOU-3e2b1529-81fe-41b0-a62f-2c440722dd4f

Pay Rate

$50 - $62 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

An Insight Global client in the Houston area is seeking an IT Project Manager with a strong background in software development projects to lead and deliver complex initiatives. This role requires a true PM who can own delivery end-to-end, while also driving structure, accountability, and alignment across stakeholders. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience managing application development efforts within software development specifically, and its comfortable operating in a hybrid Agile/Waterfall environment. Additionally, the ideal candidate facilitate collaboration across cross-functional teams including engineering, product, and business stakeholders. This is a hybrid role onsite in Downtown Houston three days a week (Monday - Wednesday) and working from home Thursday and Friday with a pay rate range from $60 - $70/hr based on years of experience.

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Required Skills & Experience

5+ years of experience as an IT Project Manager focused on software application development

Experience driving requirements gathering, creating clear project briefs, plans and documentation, and managing project schedules, timeline, and hour estimates

Proven ability to drive and manage end to end SDLC initiatives

Experience working in both Waterfall and Agile environments

Familiarity with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps (ADO), Jira, etc.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership in a clear and concise manner

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience with platforms such as Palantir

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.