Senior IT Project Manager

A major Midwest energy utility is seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to lead a large, multi-year GIS modernization program. This role is pivotal in migrating the company's electric and gas geospatial data to a modern, rules-based system, impacting various applications and business teams.

The Role

• Lead a complex, high-dollar COTS software conversion using Waterfall SDLC and stage-gate governance.
• Build and manage resource-loaded MS Project schedules, including dependencies and critical path.
• Manage third-party vendors, system integrators, and contract resources.
• Coordinate work across multiple IT teams, GIS staff, architects, and field users.
• Proactively manage risks, issues, dependencies, and escalations.
• Translate technical complexity into clear business decisions and executive-level reporting.
  
  

What You'll Need

• 5 years of IT/Technology Project Management experience, ideally 10 years.
• Proven track record delivering large, multi-year enterprise software implementation or conversion projects.
• Strong Waterfall SDLC experience, including stage-gate reviews, scope, risk, and executive reporting.
• Hands-on experience building resource-loaded schedules in Microsoft Project.
• Demonstrated vendor management and the ability to influence without authority.
• Technical fluency to engage credibly with architects, engineers, and IT system owners.
  
  

What's On Offer

• Full-time, 12 month contract opportunity.
• Competitive hourly rate of $80-$85.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k).
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
  
  

Apply via Haystack today!