EPMO Project Manager

Overview

About Hensel Phelps

Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction, and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, and healthcare. Ranked #1 in aviation and #6 overall general contractor in 2024 by BD+C, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity, and Community, Hensel Phelps brings our clients  visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property.

Position Description

The role of the IT Project Manager is to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to success criteria, agreed-upon deadlines, and within budget. This includes risk identification and management of internal resources, coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party resources to deliver projects according to plan. This role will oversee and coordinate Enterprise Change Management projects from start to finish, develop detailed plans, monitor progress, and ensure timely, within-budget delivery.

The IT Project Manager will support business outcomes through effective change management and communication strategies.

Formal Education & Certification

• Combinations of relevant education and/or project management experience.
• Experience with or certification in Agile delivery methodologies.
• Certification or progress towards Project Management Professional (PMP) designation is preferred and encouraged.

Knowledge & Experience

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT project management, focusing on large, complex projects within an ePMO or PMO environment.
• Strong understanding of IT project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid approaches).
• Proficiency in project management tools (i.e., One Plan, Microsoft Project, Azure Dev Ops).
• General knowledge of IT infrastructure and operations, SDLC, cloud computing, and cybersecurity principles.
• Technical competence with software programs (MS Office, ERPs, CRMs).

Personal Attributes

• Experience working independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility during times of change; reacts promptly and efficiently to project adjustments.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to read communication styles across diverse disciplines.
• Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating; able to elicit cooperation from various sources.
• Skilled in defusing tension and bringing projects to successful completion through political sensitivity.
• Strong written, oral communication, and research skills.
• Ability to learn and apply new technologies.
• Effective at prioritizing and executing tasks in high-pressure environments.

Project Management

• Intake project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Assist in defining project success criteria and communicating them throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate project-related meetings (i.e., standups, executive readout, project status, change management, etc.)
• Develop project plans consistent with project management best practices, processes, and procedures.
• Plan schedule timelines, milestones, and resources to achieve project goals.
• Track and report on project milestones and deliverables to IT management and stakeholders.
• Identify and manage project dependencies and the critical path.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, risks, and issues.
• Devise contingency and recovery plans.
• Create and implement recommended project retrospective feedback.
• Work directly with executive sponsors, corporate leaders, and project teams to ensure successful project completions.

Operational Management

• Maintains relevant procedures and directions. This includes, but is not limited to, handbooks, manuals, tools, and templates.
• Works independently and requires minimal day-to-day oversight.
• Create process models, specifications, diagrams, and charts…