Project Manager IT
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About the role
The EPMO/ERP/ERP Project Manager leads and manages one or more complex programs and/or projects in partnership with the supported business areas. Provides leadership and has accountability for execution of assigned programs and projects supported by multiple project team members, stakeholders, and Executive Sponsors. This position ensures adherence to existing business processes, methods, tools, and metrics to drive consistent project delivery excellence. The role collaborates across the Enterprise to build relationships and drive value in execution, with responsibility for timely and effective written and verbal communications. This role reports to the Sr. Director of Enterprise Program Management as part of the Office of the CIO and is responsible for the adherence, coordination, and sustainment of EPMO/ERP processes and functions. Additionally, the EPMO/ERP Project Manager oversees program and project budget management in partnership with Executive Leadership and Financial Services, continuously measuring budget health.
Responsibilities
- Lead one or more programs and/or independent projects with direct responsibilities in planning, budgeting, delivery health, and performance analysis.
- Track progress on all assigned programs and projects (issues, risks, schedule, changes, costs, and scope); provide updates to supervisors, Executives, and stakeholders as required.
- Manage project schedules and task details; utilize project management tools and reports appropriately.
- Manage budgets and financial health in partnership with Executive Leadership and Financial Services.
- Demonstrate strong management presence and ability to manage and meet expectations of Senior and Executive leadership.
- Execute EPMO/ERP management processes, deliverables, and operational cadences in strict accordance with defined project management standards and best practices.
- Act as an escalation point for business and IT project team members, facilitating risk mitigation and issue resolution.
- Support each level of Management and Executive Leadership to ensure high standards of delivery on commitments to the business, customer, and community.
- Support the organization in the adoption of a maturing EPMO/ERP process.
- Assist in the development, validation, and assessment of project objectives, priority, and feasibility.
- Monitor and report on program and project assignments.
- Provide consulting support and advise leadership on overall planning, prioritization, and delivery of new business value in accordance with defined objectives.
- Collaborate with business areas and other project or program managers to support delivery of initiatives with interrelated dependencies.
- Provide EPMO/ERP project information and consulting to other business area team members to assist with resource planning, business impact assessment, and overall planning knowledge.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree.
- Program/Project and Portfolio Management leadership experience managing budgets of more than $10M.
- Demonstrated success at collaborating and leading by influence.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with business executives, leaders, professionals, and project teams.
- Proven ability to prepare and present executive-level material.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree in an appropriate discipline, such as business administration, finance, accounting, or construction management.
- Change Management Professional Certification such as ACMP or Prosci.
- Demonstrated organizational, analytical, business planning, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in technology, energy, or utility industry.
- Project Management Institute (PMI) Professional Certification.
Skills
- Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions
- Building and Supporting Teams
- Driving for Results
- Working with Ambiguity
- Communicates Effectively
- Setting a Strategic Vision
Working Environment
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Tasks involve operating a computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, and repetitive motion. Use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multi-functioning printer, and calculator. Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions, or other business-related events. After-hours work may be required.
Physical Demands
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, with occasional walking and standing required.
Deadline to apply: 8/19/26 at 11:59pm. Pay Grade 16.