Technical Project Manager

Training Tomorrow's Technicians to Become Skilled, Employable, and Essential

ABOUT US - Big Changes, Better Benefits - Join us today!

 At Cotulla Education, home to the Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, and Tidewater Tech, we are dedicated to transforming lives through hands-on, career-focused education. Our mission is to empower students to achieve their professional dreams in high-demand fields like aviation, healthcare, information technology, and skilled trades. With experienced faculty providing personalized support, our graduates emerge as future leaders ready to make a significant impact in their communities. Join us in shaping the careers of those who will build and maintain our world and embark on a transformative journey towards a fulfilling career. 

POSITION PURPOSE

The Technical Project Manager will lead and manage critical business implementation projects and initiatives, playing a key role in driving the institution’s strategic objectives. This position requires exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills, as well as a deep understanding of project management principles and technical business processes. This Project Manager role will focus on vital organizational initiatives to transform business needs into technical specifications with IT/Implementation leads towards centralization and efficiency.

JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project Leadership: Lead and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment with the institution’s strategic goals and objectives. 

• Technical Requirements Gathering: Collect and analyze data with appropriate tools to convert business needs into manageable technical requirements.

• Stakeholder Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

• Resource Management: Coordinate and allocate resources effectively, managing project teams, and ensuring team members have the necessary skills and tools to succeed.

• Documentation: Clearly document requirements & recommendations for complex technical projects and/or processes for reporting and presentation. Ensure enhancement and backlog requests are prioritized and organized efficiently.

• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success, addressing issues proactively and effectively.

• Budget Management: Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring financial resources are used efficiently and effectively.

• Performance Tracking: Monitor and report on project progress, providing regular updates to the Sr Manager of Project Management and other key stakeholders.

• Data Analysis: Strong ability to identify insights, trends, and share learnings in concise and digestible ways to inform business decisions.

• Quality Assurance: Ensure project deliverables meet the highest quality standards and comply with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

• Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of constant improvement, identifying opportunities for process enhancements and implementing best practices in project management.

• Team Support: Assist developer teams and/or vendor implementation leads in creating roadmaps and scopes of the project tasks. Challenge prioritization of user stories and issues logged to maximize resource utilization and overall project success.

• Perform and complete other tasks that may be assigned by Supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise support team members.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required for this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field (e.g., Business Administration, Information Technology, Project Management).

Project ManagerExperience/Skills

• Must have at least five (5) years of experience in a technical/business project manager role working with highly strategic initiatives.
• Experience with Anthology Student Information System (SIS), particularly in integrating Campus Nexus (SIS) - Anthology with a CRM. Strong understanding of how these systems connect and exchange data to support seamless student records, enrollment, marketing, etc. Preferred 
• Must have up-to-date knowledge of technology systems & CRMs specifically that help teams centralize, track, and automate business processes for potential and current customers. Leadsquared experience is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, performance-driven, compliance-oriented educational environment.
• Detail-oriented, analytical, highly organized, and able to multi-task and work well under pressure.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity, strong work ethic, and professionalism.
• Persuasive and effective verbal and written communication skills, with a strong focus on customer service in an educational setting.
• Motivated and goal-oriented, with strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills; able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent computer skills are required with proficiency in MS Office applications including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Slack, Smartsheet, and Teams. Jira experience is a plus.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel (local or overnight) as required by business needs or requested by a supervisor

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or relevant work experience.

What We Offer

The compensation for this position ranges from $90,000- $100,000, based on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors. In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:  

• 401(k) and Matching: Secure your future with our competitive retirement savings plan.   
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy Health, Dental, and Vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy.   
• Life Insurance: Peace of mind with life insurance options.   
• Parental Leave: Support for new parents during important life transitions.   
• Paid Time Off: Recharge with paid time off to promote work-life balance.   
• Employee Assistance Program: Access to resources for personal and professional support.   
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your future with financial support for further education. 

Cotulla Education is a proud equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our company and are dedicated to fostering a culture of respect, equity, and inclusion.