IT Project Manager (Applications Analyst)
About The Position
WBS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking an IT Project Manager (IT Applications Analyst) in our Milwaukee and Pewaukee, Wisconsin locations. This position currently offers flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement (remote/on-site) with time regularly spent in the office. This position is part of a job family (Associate IT Applications Analyst, IT Applications Analyst, and Senior IT Applications Analyst) where experience will be the determining factor. About Us WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services. As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication. If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.Job SummaryThis role concentrates on project management and delivery and acts as a project manager for IT. The primary focus is providing project leadership and management for transformational IT projects of all sizes through all phases of the project lifecycle. A solid understanding of project management methodology, business requirements, business and IT processes and systems is needed. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are a must.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering. Software Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, MIS, or Engineering. Successful completion of a certified Application Development Apprenticeship will also be considered.
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to convey concepts and ideas professionally using the presentation style most appropriate to the subject matter and stakeholders
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Microsoft Project Server
- Experience leading medium to large size IT projects through all phases of a project lifecycle
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Responsibilities
- Management and coordination of projects through all phases of the project lifecycle; planning through closure
- Understands and demonstrates PMO defined standards, methods, and approach for project delivery (Project Management Methodology)
- Collaborates with others to identify scope, build estimates, set forth a project schedule with milestones, and establish project teams
- Leads the project team through execution managing timeline, budget, scope, risks and issues ensuring on time and on budget delivery
- Manages day-to-day project resource commitments, schedule, dependencies, and deadlines via a comprehensive work plan
- Reports status regularly to project steering committee and PMO escalating issues and decisions as appropriate
- Creates, reviews, and seeks approval for project Change Requests
- Collaboratively work with other Project Managers/ Delivery Leads on cross-project dependencies and milestones
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
