Technical Project Manager
About The Position
The Technical Project Manager is responsible for driving projects to completion and delivering them according to established timelines and within scope They are accountable for developing and maintaining project artifacts. The Technical Project Manager ensures compliance with the Technical PMO methodology, including documentation requirements, change control, proper approvals, and communication plans. Essential Functions Define and manage project scope, goals, deliverables (that support overall project objectives working with Product Managers and/or Enterprise Project Managers Accountable for delivering complex projects according to PMO standards to achieve the strategic objectives of the project Structure tasks according to predefined sprints within the current JIRA framework. Monitor progress, address challenges quickly, and notify Product Managers or the Enterprise Project Manager of any plan deviations. Manage project communication and provide weekly updates to a cross functional team on sprint and project progress Manage, facilitate, and maintain CRID (Change Requests, Risks, Issues, Decisions) Log and report weekly. Partner with associated development or technical teams to resolve issues and conflicts within the team. Directing the team to achieve a common goal by establishing a shared vision Aqua Finance (Aqua) delivers flexible and consumer-friendly financing programs so families across the U.S. can bring their dreams to life. Our financing solutions make clean water, home renovations, and the great outdoors more affordable. We’re a growing, national company with values that are deeply rooted in a midwestern culture that cares about you as an individual. We succeed when you succeed and celebrate what you bring to Aqua. Here are Aqua, we say “Yes” to helping you succeed! Beyond finding your dream career, we aim to be a first-choice employer.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, a technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience required
- Minimum of five (5) years of IT or technical strategic project management experience required
- Strong understanding of project management methodologies, including both traditional (Waterfall) and Agile (Scrum) frameworks
- General knowledge of software development life cycles (SDLC)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Jira, and Confluence
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy required
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
Nice To Haves
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred, or willingness to obtain PMP certification within two (2) years of hire
- Financial services or regulated industry experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Define and manage project scope, goals, deliverables (that support overall project objectives working with Product Managers and/or Enterprise Project Managers
- Accountable for delivering complex projects according to PMO standards to achieve the strategic objectives of the project
- Structure tasks according to predefined sprints within the current JIRA framework.
- Monitor progress, address challenges quickly, and notify Product Managers or the Enterprise Project Manager of any plan deviations.
- Manage project communication and provide weekly updates to a cross functional team on sprint and project progress
- Manage, facilitate, and maintain CRID (Change Requests, Risks, Issues, Decisions) Log and report weekly.
- Partner with associated development or technical teams to resolve issues and conflicts within the team.
- Directing the team to achieve a common goal by establishing a shared vision
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
