· Location: Downtown Denver, CO (parking provided)
· Schedule: Onsite 4 days per week
· Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 + 10% bonus
· Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
· Travel up to 10%.
· Must be eligible to work in the United States.
· Must pass comprehensive background screening.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The technical project manager is responsible for leading IT and OT projects, in end-user computing, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and networking domains, through the project lifecycle and for aligning with the business strategies and objectives. This will require leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in developing project plans, overseeing execution, and completing projects on time and within budget. The project manager will also present weekly updates to IT leadership, ensuring the attainment of our objectives. This role will report to the director of IT PMO.
· Build and develop the project teams for optimal performance by providing clear purpose, direction, and motivation.
· Lead IT and OT projects through the entire project lifecycle, from initiation to closure, and ensure the projects are performing to expectations.
· Collaborate with cross-function teams to comprehensively identify requirements, scope, financial budget, and monthly forecast.
· Develop project plans and establish baselines. Identify the critical path, risks, and corresponding mitigation strategies.
· Monitor and track project status, milestones, tasks, and financial budget against the established baselines, addressing action items and ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
· Track monthly schedule and budget metrics. Notify IT leadership of any issues that prevent us from completing projects on time and within budget.
· Identify dependencies and assist the team in removing any roadblocks.
· Perform monthly resource planning. Promptly report any workload and resource issues.
· Follow the change management process for any alterations to scope, schedule, and budget.
· Conduct contract management and verify scope, requirements, and durations are explicitly outlined in the contracts.
· Update project schedules in Smartsheet weekly.
· Update project slides in the weekly status presentation and report project milestone status, budget, issues, and risks weekly to IT leadership. Escalate issues as necessary. Follow the status report processes to support effective and transparent governance.
· Manage vendor relationships and contracts, consistently reviewing and monitoring vendor performance.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
· Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
· 3-5 years of technical project management experience.
· Excellent knowledge of project management methodologies and industry best practices.
· Proficient in Smartsheet or MS Project.
· Strong attention to deadlines and budgetary guidelines.
· Good stakeholder management and vendor management skills.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
· Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and senior management.
· Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess and mitigate project risks in a timely and effective manner.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate project issues to technical and non-technical audiences.
· Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· PMP certification is preferred.
· Knowledge and experience in IT or OT are a plus.
· Experience working at a data center company is a plus.
THIS MIGHT BE RIGHT FOR YOU IF:
· You're detail oriented. You go the extra mile in diligent scenario planning and thoughtful project management to ensure smooth planning and execution.
· You are self-motivated. You don't get flustered easily. You can juggle multiple priorities while balancing urgent requests with shifting timelines and deliverables.
· You're a strong communicator. You're able to work well with others while establishing clear timelines and priorities across teams.
BENEFITS
· We offer a competitive compensation package with strong benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K program, flexible spending accounts - even a cell phone subsidy.
· We foster a culture of appreciation, including peer-to-peer recognition programs.
· Fun is part of our DNA, with events, game nights, happy hours, and barbecues.
· We're growing - this is a great time to join and make an impact!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. To the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
