OpenGov is the leader in AI and ERP solutions for local and state governments in the U.S. More than 2,000 cities, counties, state agencies, school districts, and special districts rely on the OpenGov Public Service Platform to operate efficiently, adapt to change, and strengthen the public trust. Category-leading products include enterprise asset management, procurement and contract management, accounting and budgeting, billing and revenue management, permitting and licensing, and transparency and open data. These solutions come together in the OpenGov ERP, allowing public sector organizations to focus on priorities and deliver maximum ROI with every dollar and decision in sync. Learn about OpenGov’s mission to power more effective and accountable government and the vision of high-performance government for every community at OpenGov.com.
The Project Manager II (Government App Builder) will demonstrate strong ability to Manage Project scope (quality deliverables and customer experience), time (duration), and costs (effort), Manage Communications effectively with internal and external stakeholders, Manage the Solution Development: deliver successful solution deployments in close partnership with cross functional teams, while Manage Customer Expectations: maintaining a seamless customer experience and overall satisfaction from the process and the results. Government App Builder is a low code, no code platform that enables state and local governments to build and implement solutions for grants management, disaster preparedness and recovery, capital planning, and project management.
Set scope, timeline, and deliverables to ensure successful deployment for assigned customers
Ability to organize and manage multiple projects, with responsibilities varying based on each project’s complexity, size, and scope
Serve as a primary point of contact for project implementation activity, with support from senior team members as needed
Support project command and control of project delivery both internally and externally
Partner with cross functional teams to gather key documentation and required resources in order to set appropriate expectations with internal and external stakeholders
Participate in the sales process as needed
Support development of implementation approaches, scope, and plans
Support Statement of Work creation on an as needed basis
Identify early signs of project and customer risks and escalate or support mitigation strategies
Occasionally travel to customer sites to conduct training and support customer relationships
Contribute to enhancing our methodology of project delivery of our growing set of solutions
Minimum of 3 years of project management or related experience in a SaaS or technology environment
Experience supporting or managing projects related to grant administration, financial tracking, reporting, compliance, or capital budgeting
Familiarity with government budgeting concepts and practices, including capital improvement planning, is strongly preferred
Strong aptitude for technology tools and solutions
Strong analytical thinking, system perspective, and process analysis skills
Demonstrated initiative and ability to translate detailed requirements into actionable plans
Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing product and respond to customer needs
Technical aptitude and proficiency with Professional Services and CRM tools
Chicago, IL: $85,000 - $95,000
On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.
The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.
A Mission That Matters.
At OpenGov, public service is personal. We are passionate about our mission to power more effective and accountable government. Government that operates efficiently, adapts to change, and strengthens public trust. Some people say this is boring. We think it’s the core of our democracy.
Opportunity to Innovate
The next great wave of innovation is unfolding with AI, and it will impact everything—from the way we work to the way governments interact with their residents. Join a trusted team with the passion, technology, and expertise to drive innovation and bring AI to local government. We’ve touched 2,000 communities so far, and we’re just getting started.
A Team of Passionate, Driven People
This isn’t your typical 9-to-5 job; we operate in a fast-paced, results-driven environment where impact matters more than simply clocking in and out. Our global team of 800+ employees is united in our commitment to challenge the status quo. OpenGov is headquartered in San Francisco and has offices in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dubuque, Dallas, and Pune.
A Place to Make Your Mark
We pride ourselves on our performance-based culture, where every employee is encouraged to jump in head-first and take action to help us improve. If you have a great idea, we want to hear it. Excellent performance is recognized and rewarded, and we love to promote from within.
Benefits That Work for You
Enjoy an award-winning workplace with the benefits to match, including:
Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families
Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
401(k) with company match
Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions
Professional development and growth opportunities
A collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches.