Senior Project Manager

About the role

This is a Senior Project Manager in Major Project Delivery position within the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT).

Responsibilities

• Serves as a primary point of contact and is responsible for overall work progress and technical performance of project.
• Engages and communicates information with internal and external stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Plans project scope and schedule consistent with the project development process.
• Establishes and manages project budget with the understanding of all financial implications/issues.
• Delegates work, sets clear direction, and manages workflow.
• Provides feedback, guidance, and develops employee skillsets.
• Identifies potential risks and associated risk management plans.
• Recruits, selects, onboards, and trains employees.

Requirements

• Successful completion of Purdue’s Project Management Essentials Course within 12 to 24 months of employment.
• At least 8 years of project management experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of project management experience.
• Specialized knowledge of project standards.
• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

Skills

• Project management skills.
• Communication skills.
• Financial management skills.
• Risk management skills.
• Leadership and coaching skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans.
• Wellness rewards program.
• Health savings account.
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account.
• Two fully-funded pension plans.
• Leave policies covering various employee needs.
• Group life insurance.
• Free parking for most positions.
• Free LinkedIn Learning access.
• Equal employment opportunity.

Pay

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $75,010.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience.

Schedule

The position is located at INDOT's Central Office.