IT Project Manager (PMO)

Description

Position Summary

The IT Project Manager (PMO) will plan, establish, and manage information technology projects and will serve as a liaison between the business and technical aspects of assigned projects. The project manager identifies the project’s goals, objectives, and scope while maintaining the timeline, resources, and budget. Responsibilities of the IT Project Manager (PMO) will include the delivery of major projects related to the design, development and improvement of IT systems and services across FFF Enterprises.

In addition, the IT Project Manager (PMO) will support the Project Management Office (PMO) with all IT project communications, PMO processes, and IT project reporting. The IT Project Manager (PMO) will have experience working within a healthcare organization and background working with client/customer facing projects.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Identify, plan, direct, and coordinate activities of designated projects to ensure project deliverables are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and within budget.
• Consult with internal and external stakeholders to define needs or problems and provides appropriate recommendations for possible solutions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with project resources, IT leadership, and vendors.
• Define, manage, and implement highly visible integration projects in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Coordinates with internal IT teams and external technology teams to ensure functional requirements are reflected in the final solution.
• Confer with project staff to outline work plans and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority.
• Build consensus among multiple projects leads relative to project scope, task execution, staffing, and issue resolution.
• Works on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors.
• Interact with project sponsors, stakeholders, and various project members to ensure that specified business needs are met; assist in the post-implementation analysis to ensure that requirements are fulfilled. 
• Adheres specifically to all company policies and procedures, Federal and State regulations, and laws.
• Display dedication to position responsibilities and achieve assigned goals and objectives.
• Always represent the Company in a professional manner and appearance.
• Understand and internalize the Company’s purpose. Display loyalty to the Company and its organizational values.
• Display enthusiasm and dedication to learning how to be more effective on the job and share knowledge with others.
• Work effectively with co-workers, internal and external customers, and others by sharing ideas in a constructive and positive manner; listen to and objectively consider ideas and suggestions from others; keep commitments; keep others informed of work progress, timetables, and issues; address problems and issues constructively to find mutually acceptable and practical business solutions; address others by name, title, or other respectful identifiers, and respect the diversity of our workforce in actions, words, and deeds.
• Comply with the policies and procedures stated in the Injury and Illness Prevention Program by always working in a safe manner and immediately reporting any injury, safety hazard, or program violation.
• Ensure conduct is consistent with all Compliance Program Policies and procedures when engaging in any activity on behalf of the company. Immediately report any concerns or violations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or a related field of study; or four (4) years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.

Required Experience:

• Must have at least two (2) years [six (6) for non-degreed candidates] leading IT projects with the responsibility for creating the plan, coordinating resources, working within the budget, and verifying objectives are met.  
• Proficient in Project Management Tools and Applications
• Scheduling and Time Management
• Risk Identification and Management
• Knowledge of IT Operations, Systems, or Infrastructure
• Knowledge of Project Management Office processes, communications, and reporting.
• Experience with business information systems or related areas.
• Thorough understanding of IT project management phases, techniques, and tools for managing multiple projects at once.

Preferred Experience:

• Five (5) years’ experience in a project management role.
• Experience with analytics and ERP projects.

Required Skills:

• Must have strong organizational skills.
• Must be detailed oriented and have the proven ability to prioritize work.
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to work with limited supervision and as part of a team.
• Must have sound decision-making abilities.

Professional Certification:

Project Management Professional (PMP) – Preferred.

Physical requirements

Vision, hearing, speech, and movements require the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Must have the ability to view a computer screen for long periods and the ability to sit for extended periods. Must have the ability to work the hours and days required to complete the essential functions of the position, as scheduled.  The employee occasionally lifts to 50 lbs. and occasionally kneels and bends. Must have the ability to travel occasionally. Working conditions include normal office and warehouse settings. After-hours support and weekend support as needed are requirements of the position.

Mental Demands

Learning, thinking, concentration, and the ability to work under pressure, particularly during busy times.   Must be able to pay close attention to detail and be able to work as a member of a team to ensure excellent customer service.  Must have the ability to interact effectively with co-workers and customers, and exercise self-control and diplomacy in customer and employee relations situations.  Must have the ability to exercise discretion as well as appropriate judgments when necessary.  Must be proactive in finding solutions.

Direct Reports

No

EEO/AAP Statement

FFF Enterprises/Nufactor is an equal opportunity employer to all and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on the following characteristics: race, color, caste, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran or military status, medical leave or other types of protected leave (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or any state protected leaves), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, reproductive health decision-making, and any other characteristic protected by state or federal anti-discrimination law covering employment. These categories are defined according to Government Code section 12920. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.