IT Project Manager

WHO WE ARE

          We are a company where people matter. 

          We are family driven. 

          We are financially strong.

          And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.  

OPPORTUNITY

The IT Project Manager is an organized, goal-oriented professional who uses passion, creativity, and collaboration to design and execute projects successfully. They play a crucial role in initiating, executing, and completing IT projects across various departments, ensuring that all project objectives are met within the specified constraints of time, budget, and quality.

The primary purpose of this position is to ensure that projects are completed efficiently and effectively, leading to successful outcomes that align with the company's strategic goals. Their ability to manage resources, timelines, and stakeholder expectations is essential for driving organizational success and growth.

**This role is based at our corporate office in Brookfield, WI, and requires you to be in the office 4-5 days/week.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain an enterprise project management tool that delivers consistency and visibility at scale by automating project creation, aggregating portfolio reporting, and managing process improvement changes.

Ensure that project requests are well-defined:

• Evaluate request's feasibility and alignment with organizational goals.
• Engage with Project Requestor and stakeholders to gather requirements and scope.
• Document key findings in a Project Charter and present request to IT Project Review Board.

Establish Project Objectives and Success Criteria:

• Define clear project goals and objectives.
• Set measurable success criteria to evaluate project performance.
• Communicate objectives to stakeholders and team members.
• Ensure all team members understand the project’s purpose and goals.

Identify Stakeholders and Requirements:

• Identify all stakeholders involved in the project.
• Prioritize requirements based on project goals.
• Report on project status and progress to stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Execute Project Deliverables:

• Develop a detailed project plan outlining tasks, timelines, and milestones.
• Define roles and responsibilities for each team member.
• Identify dependencies between tasks and activities.
• Ensure team members understand their roles and expectations.
• Monitor and adjust the plan and address delays or deviations to maintain project integrity.
• Oversee the coordination of all project activities.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration among team members.
• Conduct regular project reviews and team assessments.
• Track financial spend and report project budget at completion.
• Lead project close out meeting to review goals, requirements, milestones, and operational handoffs.

Identify Risk Areas and Develop a Risk Management Strategy:

• Conduct a risk assessment to identify potential project risks.
• Develop a risk management plan with mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and track identified risks throughout the project.
• Implement risk response plans as needed.
• Communicate risks and mitigation plans to stakeholders.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

• This position reports to the Senior Manager - IT Project Management.
• Project assignments require a team approach within Information Technology, with cross-functional interaction with management and system users from all Hydrite departments

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL CRITERIA

• Bachelor’s degree required, Business or Information Technology preferred.
• PMP certification required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in project management.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Proven track record of managing projects successfully from initiation to closure.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Meticulous and able to maintain accurate and thorough documentation.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Basic understanding of project management principles and methodologies.

BENEFITS

Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach.

WHY HYDRITE?  

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