What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Director PMO-ITDIRPMO position at Pike Corporation?
Job Description
Pike Enterprises is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Project Management for our IT department. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the PMO organization including running large strategic initiatives, managing ongoing enhancements, and streamlining overall work execution processes. This leadership role requires a visionary with exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills, capable of driving the IT department towards achieving our strategic goals.
Essential Functions
Program Management:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle ,feel, or operate tools or controls; reach with hands and arms.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work). The employee may be subject to one or more of the following atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
Competencies
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
About Us
About Us
Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job.
“Essential” is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.
Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.
About The Team
Corporate
Join our team of operational and safety leaders. We offer exciting opportunities in corporate roles across our family of companies throughout the country.
Pike Enterprises is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Project Management for our IT department. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the PMO organization including running large strategic initiatives, managing ongoing enhancements, and streamlining overall work execution processes. This leadership role requires a visionary with exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills, capable of driving the IT department towards achieving our strategic goals.
Essential Functions
Program Management:
- Oversee the portfolio of IT programs and projects, ensuring consistency and alignment with organizational priorities of on time, on budget, within scope and with quality
- Develop and implement project management methodologies and standards to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Monitor and report on the status of all IT programs and projects to senior leadership.
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale IT projects and strategic initiatives.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to align IT programs with corporate strategy and goals.
- Ensure programs are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Setup and drive the adoption of Pike IT process for delivering ongoing enhancements to existing IT systems and processes.
- Implement best practices for process improvement and operational efficiency.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the IT department.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of program managers and project managers.
- Provide clear direction, support, and performance feedback to team members.
- Promote professional growth and ensure the team is equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration between IT and other departments.
- Ensure stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle.
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with IT programs and projects.
- Ensure all programs comply with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices.
- Develop and maintain contingency plans to address potential issues.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field
- In-depth knowledge of IT processes and tools as it pertains to project management, financial management and resource planning
- Proven experience (10 years) in IT program management, including leadership roles with a focus on agile delivery.
- Strong financial acumen with a successful track record in budget management.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to design and execute strategic IT support initiatives in alignment with business objectives.
- Proficiency in vendor management, contract negotiations, and procurement processes.
- Familiarity with the field service business and process/tools to facilitate running a crew based field services business.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, PMP) or technical certifications are advantageous.
- Experience with Oracle fusion applications including HCM, OTL, Field services, ERP and CX cloud
- Experience with Microsoft products including Dynamics 360, Azure EDW and Power apps
- Master’s degree in computer science, CIS, or related field
- 10 years of experience in a leadership role of a large matrixed organization
- 10 years of experience managing operational and/or project financial budgets
- 10 years of IT experience developing and implementing systems within an organization
- 5 years of experience managing systems analysis, including defining technical requirements and performing high level design for complex solutions
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle ,feel, or operate tools or controls; reach with hands and arms.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work). The employee may be subject to one or more of the following atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.
Competencies
- SDLC governance
- Various project management methodologies (agile, waterfall, etc)
- Understanding of Oracle/MSFT partnerships
- Budget Management and Forecasting
- Project Estimation
- Matrixed Work Structure
- External Resource Management
- IT Governance
- Product and Vendor Evaluation
- Self-Starter
- Able to perform with minimal day to day supervision
- Team-Oriented
- Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
About Us
About Us
Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job.
“Essential” is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.
Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.
About The Team
Corporate
Join our team of operational and safety leaders. We offer exciting opportunities in corporate roles across our family of companies throughout the country.