IT Project Manager Senior

Project Manager Senior

Information Technology Division – Program Management Section

Salary: $110,000 – $113,000 annually

Nashville, TN

There are a total of 6 Project Manager Senior positions, 4 of which we are advertising currently and are marked as available below.  The requirements and job duties are the same for each position.  There is one Project Manager Senior position assigned to each IT Program Manager for the following specific Business Areas:

• Bureau of Administration and Chief of Staff (available)
• Bureau of Planning (available)
• Bureau of Engineering – Engineering (available)
• Bureau of Engineering – Program Development
• Bureau of Engineering – Operations and Asset Management
• Enterprise Technologies (available)

Job Overview

The Project Manager Senior is a project management position that will be directly responsible for managing complex information technology (IT) projects from initiation to completion ensuring alignment with TDOT’s strategic objectives. This role involves overseeing project scope, schedule, budget, and risk, as well as mentoring intermediate project managers and business analysts.  The Project Manager Senior reports to an IT Program Manager, who serves as the strategic liaison between TDOT Bureaus, the IT Division, and key stakeholders. Additionally, this position contributes to portfolio management, product roadmaps, and IT strategic planning.

This position requires communication and coordination with team members, working in a team setting where collaboration is key, processing large volumes of information quickly and accurately, and using critical thinking and judgment to problem solve and make well‐informed decisions independently. The Project Manager Senior will implement national best practices to drive innovation and efficiency for IT projects.

Ideal Candidate

The Project Manager Senior is a decisive and strategic leader who thrives in a collaborative environment. They are highly adaptable, capable of navigating complex challenges with innovative problem-solving and critical thinking. With strong interpersonal skills, they build trust and foster productive relationships across all levels of the organization. Their proactive mindset allows them to anticipate needs, drive alignment, and maintain momentum on key initiatives. They excel in clear, effective communication, ensuring that project goals, expectations, and progress are well understood by stakeholders. A natural mentor and team player, they inspire confidence, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Application Instructions

Application for the Project Manager-Senior requires completion and submission of the following two items:

1. Letter explaining applicant interest in the position.
2. Résumé that is a maximum of two (2) pages.

The two items should be emailed to TDOT.Careers@tn.gov by Monday, May 5th.

For a more detailed description of this career opportunity, please visit the following link:

https://www.tdot.tn.gov/PublicDocuments/hr/Project-Manager-Sr.pdf