IT Project Manager II

AAON, Inc.•Tulsa, OK

11d

About The Position

Job Summary: Oversee the design, development, and modification of more complex application programs and IT infrastructure solutions for specified projects. Provide advice for lower-level project managers. Plan and analyze assigned projects, establish schedules and project parameters, and set procedures. Manage project budgets and estimates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Management, Business Administration, or related field.
4-5 years’ experience in business development position, or related field with a focus on strategic technology implementation.
Must demonstrate analytical, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Able to work independently and with others.
Strong technical computer programming and trouble-shooting skills.
High attention to detail.
Demonstrates strong multi-tasking capabilities and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Advanced or Master’s degree in related field preferred.
5+ years’ experience preferred.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
Certifications in big data analytics or coding programs such as Python, JavaScript, or C++ is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provides oversight for the design, development, and modification of complex application programs and IT infrastructure solutions within specified projects.
Plans and analyzes assigned projects, establishes comprehensive schedules, parameters, and procedural guidelines.
Manages project budgets and estimates, ensures financial accountability and cost-effectiveness.
Fosters effective communication and collaboration among project team members and stakeholders, contributes to continuous improvement initiatives using project management processes and methodologies.
Leads project requirements collection, documentation, and traceability, ensuring all project deliverables align with approved business and technical requirements.
Identifies, assesses, and manages project risks and issues; develops mitigation and contingency plans to minimize impact to scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
Coordinates cross-functional resources, including internal teams, vendors, and third-party partners, to ensure project objectives are met.
Ensures adherence to organizational project management standards, governance frameworks, and change management processes.
Manages project scope through formal change control processes, evaluating impacts and obtaining appropriate approvals prior to implementation.
Prepares and delivers regular project status reports and executive-level updates, clearly communicating risks, dependencies, and key milestones.
Supports project closeout activities, including documentation, lessons learned, and transition of deliverables to operations or support teams.
Provides guidance and mentorship to lower-level project managers and contributes to the continuous improvement of PMO practices and methodologies.