Senior IT Project Manager

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Senior IT Project Manager that will be responsible for the management of complex company strategic initiatives to achieve company goals. Responsible to lead and manage the implementation phases of one or more highly complex IT projects impacting several business functions.

High quality, professional work product performed with initiative, productivity, a positive attitude and behavior. Team members should cooperate with others in a team environment, accept direction from supervisors, follow work rules and procedures, have punctual and consistent attendance, and accept constructive feedback. Performance should meet or exceed the established standards, goals, and accountabilities of the position.

All team members are responsible for supporting an inclusive work environment along with affirmative action and employment related goals and requirements. Team members should align with and contribute to the Mortenson values and ethical standards as stated in the Mortenson Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and understand and abide by the procedures and practices outlined in the Mortenson Operations Manual.

• Perform end to end project management of medium to large initiatives, including:
  • Partnering with business leadership
  • Managing project delivery across internal IT
  • Partnering with third party vendors and service providers
• Handle all aspects of assigned initiatives; including scope, schedule, budget, risks, and issues
• Establish metrics to proactively identify areas of risk and planning for mitigation
• Manage projects across internal ITS teams, business services groups, field operating groups, and third party software partners
• Engage with cross-functional business teams to ensure access to subject matter experts (SME’s)
• Engage with executive sponsors and key stakeholders to report on program status, scope, schedule, and budget
• Promote, provide input, and assist with construction of the Portfolio Management capability
• Provide subject matter expertise in areas including project management, scope definition, risk identification, mitigation, and project financial management
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Lead team members by example, offer effective coaching and feedback, and effectively manage performance
• All other duties or special projects as assigned

• Shown track record and experience in successfully executing large, complex IT projects in a dynamic environment
• Ability to successfully build team relationships and partnerships across business and IT stakeholders
• Ability to balance conflicting priorities in high-pressure, high-stress situations
• Ability to think strategically, with strong project, issue, and financial management skills
• Ability to interface and communicate effectively with all levels across organizational and operational lines
• Excellent analytical skills, the ability to manage multiple projects under strict timelines
• Ability to work well in a demanding, dynamic environment to meet overall objectives
• Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional, interdisciplinary teams to achieve tactical and strategic goals
• Seek the “voice of the customer” and develops mechanisms to proactively measure success criteria
• Strong understanding of confidentiality
• High degree of initiative, dependability, and ability to work with little supervision
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills and active listening skills
• General understanding of Business Architecture concepts (capability mapping, blueprinting, etc.) is preferred
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Active listening skills…