Senior Project Manager – Accela & Municipal Permitting Systems

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Accela & Municipal Permitting Systems (Onsite) KAI Partners, Inc. (KAIP) is currently seeking a Senior Project Manager – Municipal Planning & Technology Systems, who serves as both a project delivery leader and a strategic technology manager, with primary accountability for Accela-based municipal permitting and development systems, supporting city and county initiatives related to planning, housing, permitting modernization, and digital service delivery. This role leads complex projects while also acting as a technology and systems lead, driving innovation across development services through implementation and optimization of the Accela Civic Platform, digital tools, and customer-facing solutions. Responsibilities - Serve as product owner or senior functional lead for the Accela Civic Platform, including configuration, enhancements, and ongoing optimization. - Lead Accela system roadmaps, upgrades, and integrations; coordinate closely with City IT, Accela vendors, and implementation partners. - Oversee Accela based digital permitting tools, online portals, and customer self-service solutions. - Conduct process mapping and workflow redesign specifically alig...