IT Project Manager

Velco•Rutland, VT

2d•$90,917 - $127,284

About The Position

The Information Technology Project Manager leads strategic technology projects that improve operational effectiveness, strengthen cybersecurity, modernize systems, and support the future of the electric grid. The role is responsible for planning, budgeting, documenting, overseeing, and delivering projects from conception through completion in accordance with scope, schedule, budget, and organizational goals. The Project Manager works with internal and external stakeholders, technical professionals, system engineers, and software architects to develop solutions cohesive with VELCO’s environment and to support reliable electric transmission services throughout Vermont. The position also manages project resources, contracts, procurement processes, risks, costs, and schedules; reports project status to management; and supports strategic initiatives aligned with the company’s mission and vision. Work may involve additional hours, periodic travel, and overnight stays for industry workshops or training.

Requirements

Three years of experience managing Information Technology projects, personnel management, and budgeting.
Three years of experience managing Information Technology projects using Agile project management methodology.
Superior written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent skills with the Microsoft suite.
Strong understanding of project management practices and utility infrastructure projects.
Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
Ability to scope, plan, budget, and execute work.
Ability to be both creative and analytical.
Extremely detail-oriented and accurate.
Must be able to maintain a fast pace while completing complex analytical work in potentially stressful situations, with competing priorities, tight timelines, and frequent interruptions.
Must be able to work additional hours when necessary.
Periodic travel and overnight stays are required for industry workshops, training, and similar events.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Computer Sciences, Software Engineering, Business Administration, or a similar field.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Responsibilities

Manage the successful execution of Information Technology projects in accordance with project scope, schedule, and budget.
Plan, budget, document, oversee, and lead projects from conception through completion.
Represent the company in interactions with internal and external stakeholders and report project status to management.
Lead project planning sessions.
Coordinate internal and external resources.
Manage project progress and adapt work as required.
Ensure projects meet deadlines and manage project costs according to budgets.
Manage relationships with stakeholders.
Manage the development of bidding documents, including Requests for Proposals, evaluations, and internal Challenge Board requests.
Develop, sign off on, and oversee contracts for materials and services.
Develop outage schedules when necessary.
Monitor staff and contractor performance to ensure work complies with project plans and company requirements.
Collaborate with system engineers and software architects to develop products cohesive with the VELCO environment.
Manage risk mitigation and escalation requirements with the project team and leadership.
Work with functional group managers to develop work plans, priorities, and schedules to manage resources for project execution.
Develop annual capital budgets, analyze financial results, and update quarterly forecasts for assigned projects.
Participate on strategic teams in alignment with company core behaviors.
Actively support company strategic initiatives in support of its mission and vision.
Perform other duties as assigned.