IT/OT Project Manager - Information Technology

Applications are being accepted through: 4/23/26

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IT/OT Project Manager - Information Technology ***This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular on‑site work, with eligibility for approved remote work after completion of the probation period.

The Technology Project Management Office is seeking two IT/OT Project Managers to join our team. IT/OT Project Managers plan, organize, lead, and control multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and aligned with defined goals and objectives. They manage schedules, budgets, procurement, contracts, resources, risk, and stakeholder communication.

You will leverage your project management skills and expertise to support technology modernization efforts, new software installations, cybersecurity, business process improvements, communications, testing, and training to lead and support key utility projects. If you are excited about the opportunity to support the technological components of projects and build relationships across the organization, we would love to hear from you!

This position may be filled at multiple levels based on the selected candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. The final title, job responsibilities, and compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s demonstrated knowledge, competencies, and relevant work experience.

How will you make an impact?

  • Performs project management for information technology and operational technology projects. Manages and serves as lead over assigned projects/programs in support of short- and long-term organizational objectives.
  • Collaborates with project managers and/or sponsoring functional managers to identify project scope, objectives, milestones, resource requirements, cost estimates and performance metrics and deliverables.
  • Develops project charters, project plans, estimates, communication plans and schedules.
  • Leads project team by assembling appropriate personnel and assigns roles and responsibilities; Builds and facilitates team cohesion.
  • Directs project meetings and escalates issues and decision-making to management to proactively facilitate project progression and resolve issues.
  • Interfaces with suppliers, contractors and task specialists. Initiates acquisition of materials, resources, equipment and services.
  • Tracks, monitors, analyzes and reports projects’ costs, schedule and scope status.
  • Prepares and reports project status, including key issues, critical decisions, milestones, constraints and risks formally and informally to sponsoring functional managers and key stakeholders.
  • Monitors and approves expenditures within limits of project budgets.
  • Ensures timely project activities, as well as efficient and cost-effective use of time, materials and resources.
  • Recommends changes or deviations to project plan parameters.
  • Coordinates project retrospective and close-out activities at project completion.
  • Ensures projects are executed in compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, ordinances and codes, and with company policies, procedures, and standards.
What you will bring...
  • A drive for successful project completion with an ability to overcome obstacles and keep pushing forward
  • A focus on customer satisfaction and communication, building up strong relationships and trust
  • The ability to bridge technical discussions with non-technical staff. Communicating technical challenges, importance, and project impact with non-technical stakeholders
  • Four to nine years of progressively responsible experience specific to project management, including managing projects of similar size, scope and complexity preferably within an information technology framework or related environment
  • A bachelor’s degree in project management, information technology, or a related field is valued
  • Skill in Microsoft Projects and SharePoint
  • PMP certification is valued, as are certifications in project management, Agile and/or Scrum
  • Knowledge of PMI-based project management best practices and standards
  • Competencies critical for success include effective communication, prioritization and time management, strategic thinking, process optimization, resourcefulness, adaptability, and instilling trust
The military job codes/duty codes most closely related to this role are 25A, 25G, 26A, 26B, 37A1, 37A2, 37A3, 37A4, 17C0, 6420, 6423, 6425, 6427, IT 9634, 9934, 9975, 9985 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
  • Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasional
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