IT Project Manager

EMIT Technologies•Sheridan, WY

About The Position

We’re looking for a highly motivated, experienced Project Manager to drive the execution of cross-departmental initiatives defined by EMIT Technologies’ executive leadership. In this role, you’ll bring structure, visibility, and forward momentum to projects that span multiple departments. Reporting to the Director of Project Management, you’ll work both independently and collaboratively—often through influence rather than direct authority—to turn strategic priorities into successfully delivered outcomes.

Requirements

Minimum of three years of project management experience preferred, with a proven track record of leading cross-functional projects through completion
Project management experience within software development or manufacturing preferred
Experience using Jira to manage projects across traditional and agile methodologies
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and influence teams without direct authority
Strong conflict-resolution, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities, dependencies, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Clear communication skills with the ability to provide effective updates to executives, managers, and project teams
Self-motivated and capable of working both independently and collaboratively

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a business or technical field is a plus
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is preferred

Responsibilities

Translate leadership priorities into clear project scopes, schedules, objectives, and execution plans
Build and maintain projects in Jira, including milestones, dependencies, resource needs, deliverables, and ownership
Secure alignment on project expectations, responsibilities, and deliverables before work begins
Drive projects to completion by monitoring progress, solving problems, and adjusting plans as needed
Identify risks early and take action before they affect project timelines or outcomes
Escalate at-risk commitments to the appropriate manager with enough lead time to secure support or reprioritize work
Coordinate resources, timelines, dependencies, and deliverables across multiple departments
Manage cross-functional handoffs and address areas where work may stall
Partner with other Project Managers to resolve shared-resource conflicts and competing priorities
Build cooperation and accountability through effective communication, collaboration, and influence
Maintain Jira as the single source of truth for project plans, progress, risks, and decisions
Provide clear and consistent project updates to executive leadership, department managers, and project teams
Tailor project communications to the needs and level of detail appropriate for each audience
Identify and implement improvements to project management methods, standards, and Jira workflows
Document effective practices and share lessons learned across projects and Project Managers
Support the continued development of EMIT’s project management capabilities and execution standards