IT Project Manager

Balfour Beatty • Dallas, TX

21d • Hybrid

About The Position

Balfour Beatty is seeking an IT Project Manager to join its team in Dallas, Texas. This hybrid role requires working in the office three days per week and from home two days per week. The IT Project Manager plans, executes, and delivers technology initiatives supporting enterprise-wide operations, leading cross-functional teams to implement IT systems and digital solutions aligned with business goals. The role is accountable for completing projects on time, within scope and budget, and in accordance with industry best practices and PMO standards. It coordinates with operations, corporate departments, and external vendors on technology that improves productivity, collaboration, and project delivery. The role requires strong communication, risk management, and stakeholder engagement skills in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.

The position also builds effective relationships with project teams, functional departments, customers, vendors, and user groups; supports customer and community relations; promotes company values and professional conduct; and participates in training and staff development. Periodic travel may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
• 3–7 years of direct work experience in a project management capacity.
• Strong familiarity with project management software.
• Competent and proficient understanding of platforms such as JD Edwards, Microsoft technologies, and IBM technologies.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks effectively in a high-pressure environment.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through analysis and problem-solving.
• Ability to understand differing communication styles among team members and contractors from a broad range of disciplines.
• Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and staff.
• Ability to encourage and elicit cooperation from internal teams, upper management, clients, and other departments.
• Ability to bring projects to successful completion with political sensitivity.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced certifications such as PMP or CAPM, specialized IT management credentials, or equivalent professional training.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans, timelines, and milestones for small- to medium-sized projects.
• Manage project resources within allocated budgets, with guidance as needed.
• Identify and mitigate project-level risks with support from senior staff.
• Manage project budgets with some oversight and keep projects within financial limits.
• Ensure project milestones are achieved on time and within scope.
• Communicate project status to stakeholders and escalate issues when necessary.
• Engage project-level stakeholders and address their needs.
• Manage vendor relationships, often for smaller contracts, with support as needed.
• Lead project teams and resolve team conflicts, seeking assistance when needed.
• Make project-level decisions and defer complex issues to senior management when appropriate.
• Apply relevant technologies, tools, and methodologies.
• Implement process improvements and project changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ensure projects align with departmental or business-unit objectives.
• Mentor junior team members in project management skills when appropriate.
• Handle special department projects as assigned.
• Build effective relationships with project teams, functional departments, customers, vendors, and user groups to support company values and meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Participate in industry, client, and community relations to enhance the company image.
• Promote the company Creed, vision, and purpose through Service, Talent, and Choices.
• Serve as a role model and promote professional behavior.
• Participate in and support training programs and contribute to the development of staff and self.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Employee referral bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level