IT Project Manager - AMI 2.0

Location: Rosemead, CA

Onsite Flexibility: Hybrid — on-site Tuesdays and Wednesdays

• Position Type: Contract
• Duration: 6 months
• Pay Rate: $66.23–$77.68 / Hour (USD)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

The AMI 2.0 IT Project Manager will lead end-to-end delivery of the Technology Integration (TI) workstream while equally owning financial estimating, budgeting/forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting to ensure scope, schedule, and spending are managed transparently and on plan. Will prepare resource plans and develop and maintain elements of the integrated project plan (IPP), maintain project schedules, and work breakdown structures.

• Prepare, analyze, manage, and deliver regular financial reports, tracking TI expenditures for the AMI 2.0 program releases, including variances and forecasts; collaborating closely with TI management and technical teams.
• Coordinate project activities across technical and business teams to ensure alignment with milestones and deliverables, i.e., solution analysis and design deliverables align with functional needs and technical delivery.
• Track scope against baseline requirements and support change control process; document scope changes, assess impacts, and escalate risks to senior leadership as needed, ensuring traceability between requirements, design, and deliverables.
• Maintain clear documentation of financial transactions and project milestones for audit and compliance purposes.
• Identifying risks, opportunities, and recommending corrective actions as needed.
• Support procurement, vendor management, and contract negotiations related to TI and financial components of the project.

• Broad IT infrastructure knowledge — ability to see the "big picture" and ensure no gaps in delivery.
• Strong analytical skills, quantitative analysis, and ability to develop dashboards and reports using advanced Excel functions and other analytics tools.
• Project management experience with managing and supporting large enterprise initiatives with multiple workstreams and releases, a multi-year schedule, and financials.
• Demonstrates strong communication, problem-solving, management of risks/issues, and cross-functional leadership engagement.
• Ability to quickly integrate into a fast-paced, large program, understand their role, absorb information rapidly, and deliver results efficiently with an appropriate level of direction and guidance.
• Strong blend of business insight and technical proficiency to bridge the gap between stakeholder needs and technological solutions.
• Ability to personally execute day-to-day PM deliverables, in addition to overseeing and delegating. Must be adaptable, open to feedback, and able to take on other responsibilities as assigned.

• Experience with AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) smart grid, or large Electric Utility technology and infrastructure projects: AMI 1.0 or 2.0 recommended (at minimum some 1.0 exposure).
• Experience with system integrations (MDMS, head-end systems, OMS, SAP, ADMS).
• Experience delivering/developing technical information to a non-technical audience.
• PMP or CAPM certification.
• Master's degree in Finance, Business, or a relevant discipline.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and financial compliance in the utility or IT sectors.
• Strong track record in vendor management and IT contract negotiations.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field.

• 3 years of experience in project management with a strong focus on financial planning and analysis, preparing and managing financial estimates, budgets, and reports.
• Experience with similar large-scale utility technology programs, i.e., AMI 2.0, Grid Mod, etc.

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

Major California electric utility delivering power to millions. Committed to reliable, clean energy, we serve a vast region spanning central, coastal, and Southern California. We're pioneers in sustainable energy solutions, reducing carbon emissions, and improving air quality. Join our diverse team of problem-solvers and contribute to a greener planet. We power California's future.

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-05618