IT Project Manager (PMP) -(Hybrid) local to Austin or Texas
Job title: IT Project Manager (PMP) Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid- local to Texas) Duration: Long term Visa: USC, GCH, GC-EAD, H1Bs Client: DAG2521-Austin Energy Essential duties and functions may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned: Direct and manage project development from beginning to end, submit proposals, and recommend subsequent budget, scope, and schedule changes and/or contingency plans where necessary Develop project scope, cost estimates, human resource requirements, work plans, time schedules, communication plans, and make work assignments to meet project or program objectives When necessary, assist in writing Request For Information/Request for Proposals for external services and business plans for internal executive approval Develop project plans and associated communications documents, identify and manage project dependencies and critical path, and track and report on project milestones and deliverables Develop written business requirements and models Request the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals and where required, from other department managers and participate in the acquisition of required personnel within the City of Austin Own the business relationship with subject matter experts and their leadership from project kickoff to close out Direct tasks/work for a project team comprised of subject matter experts from Utility IT, Business, and external vendors Define the project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout the project life cycle Identify, analyze, and create risk-based scenarios to drive project decisions Effectively communicate project expectations to sponsor, team members, and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion, and facilitate project management and project status review meetings Develop successful transition, training plans, and recognition for resources on the project team Assist in the development of a forecast/project timeline and project plan for achieving utility Grid Modernization goals through FY2025 Required skills: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Business or Management, Engineering, computer science, computer information systems, or management information systems 4-7 years of Demonstrated experience implementing large-scale IT/OT enterprise application projects 4-7 years of Experience in systems integration projects 4-7 years of Demonstrated application of project management techniques, WBS (work breakdown structure) development, and coordination of people and resources 4-7 years of Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Visio, WebEx 4-7 years of Proficient in change management methodologies 4-7 years of Proficient in presenting to multiple levels within an organization Preferred skills: 3 years of Experience leading projects related to utility design, including but not limited to AutoCAD, distribution design, construction, transmission design, tree trimming work management, wildfire risk 3 years of Experience in developing and managing remote teams 3 years of Familiarity with utility business practices and relevant business needs 3 years of Experience with Software/Firmware Release Management 3 years of Experience with working with a government entity Yes Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from PMI, or obtained within 6 months of hire Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $60.00 - $70.00 per hour
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