IT Project Manager

Denver Water•Denver, CO

About The Position

The IT Project Manager is responsible for projects of limited scope and coordinates, communicates, analyzes, and assists with resources, budgets, scope, and statistics across multiple simultaneous projects. The role plans and manages project activities and teams, monitors progress and risks, communicates with stakeholders and IT management, and ensures system, network, performance, and cybersecurity requirements are addressed and delivered. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; Denver Water will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. An offer may be contingent on satisfactory post-offer drug and alcohol test results. A strength test may also be conducted because of the position’s physical requirements. Safety-sensitive positions or positions requiring a CDL are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science or a related field.
At least 5 years of related work experience.
An equivalent combination of certifications, education, or experience may provide the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
Must complete required HIPAA training within the first 6 months of hire.
Must be authorized to work in the United States; Denver Water will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.
Organization and time management skills.
Problem-solving and analysis skills.
Leadership skills.
Project management skills.
Computer and applicable software skills.
Knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and ethics related to cybersecurity and privacy.
Knowledge of risk management processes, including methods for assessing and mitigating risk.

Responsibilities

Perform project planning, estimating, scheduling, specification reviews, and approvals needed to deliver project activities.
Coordinate and manage small teams of information technology professionals and other specialized business professionals.
Manage and lead aspects of assigned project lifecycles using established project management techniques, methods, and tools.
Guide others in solving moderately complex business or system problems and proactively address project-related problems through problem-solving and critical thinking.
Continuously assess project progress, identify potential issues, and initiate appropriate risk mitigation activities.
Communicate project status and issues, and recommend strategy adjustments to project stakeholders and IT management.
Ensure system, network, performance, and cybersecurity requirements are included in project scope or contract language and delivered.
Perform related work as required.