Sr. IT Project Manager - Universal Technical Institute
Phoenix, AZ 85032
About the Job
Are you ready to be part of the extraordinary future of technical education? Do you thrive in a dynamic, innovative environment where you can make a tangible impact? If so, UTI wants YOU to join our team as the Sr. IT Project Manager!
The Sr. IT Project Manager oversees the successful delivery of assigned projects by managing all stages of the full project life cycle from initiation to completion. They are a highly organized people and process leader with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. They prepare reports for upper management regarding status of the team and projects. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals of the team. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically, will manage two to three medium to large projects at any one time.
What We Offer:
• Competitive Salary of $112,000 - $122,000 per year
• FREE UTI or Concorde Tuition for you AND your Immediate Family
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Ins/STD & LTD Ins
• 401K, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurnace
• Remote work environment with up to 10% travel
Responsibilities:Comprehensive Project Management
- Full Project Life Cycle Ownership: Oversee projects from initiation to closing, ensuring successful delivery.
- Complex Project Planning: Manage multiple complex technical projects, maintaining scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.
- Risk and Issue Management: Continuously identify, resolve, and mitigate risks and issues to ensure project success.
Strategic Leadership and Coordination
- Leadership in IT Project Management: Lead IT teams to deliver scalable and flexible solutions supporting organizational growth and diversification.
- Interdependency Understanding: Navigate the interdependencies between technology, operations, and business needs.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Develop trusted advisor relationships with project stakeholders and provide clear status reporting.
Process Improvement and Team Development
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain comprehensive project documentation and artifacts, and report on project success criteria.
- Team Coaching and Mentoring: Coach, mentor, and motivate project team members to achieve high performance.
- Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the continuous improvement of project delivery processes and the maturity of IT PMO capabilities.
Education / Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in information systems management, computer science, engineering, or related field or equivalent work experience with demonstrated ability required.
Project Management Expertise
- PMP Certification: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred, indicating a high level of project management proficiency.
- Extensive Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in project management or leadership roles, particularly within Information Technology, Software Development, or Technical Engineering industries.
- SDLC Methodologies: Strong experience with SDLC methodologies, including Agile, SCRUM, and Waterfall, ensuring effective project execution.
Leadership and Team Management
- Team Leadership: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage project teams of diverse sizes, including both internal and external resources.
- Accountability: Holds team members accountable for performance, ensuring project goals are met.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX, FERPA, GLBA, DoE Blue Book, Accreditation Standards).
Technical and Analytical Skills
- Data Integration and ETL: Working knowledge of data integration and ETL processes, along with associated tools like SQL, Python, and Power BI, especially within a public cloud setting.
- Technical Proficiency: Competent in using various data tools and technologies to support project needs.
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex data and processes to drive project success and continuous improvement.
Skills
Leadership and Influence
- Excellent Leadership: Demonstrates strong leadership qualities, guiding teams effectively towards achieving goals.
- Influence and Buy-in: Skilled at gaining support from executive sponsors, team members, stakeholders, and peers.
- Flexibility and Proactivity: Shows flexibility in seeking new solutions and opportunities for optimized performance.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Communication: Proficient in written, verbal, and presentation skills, ensuring clear and effective communication.
- Interpersonal Skills: Builds strong relationships and collaborates well in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- Attention to Detail: Maintains a high level of attention to detail in all communications and interactions.
Organizational and Technical Proficiency
- Multi-tasking and Adaptability: Capable of managing multiple tasks, meeting deadlines, and adapting to shifting priorities.
- Organizing and Planning: Competent in organizing, planning, and prioritizing work efficiently.
- Technical Skills: Proficient with MS Office, MS Project, Azure DevOps, and Teams; working knowledge of PPM tools preferred.
About Us:
It’s all about the reputation. 55+ years of experience, trusted by 35+ industry leading brands, 16 campuses, 5 technical schools. But it’s not all about the numbers. Here at Universal Technical Institute and its family of schools, we care about YOU. We care about making a change in the lives of our employees and our students. We’re on a mission to expand our reach and increase our impact, one life at a time and that starts with yours...Come and be a part of our legacy!