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Interested candidates must apply to the Senior IT Project Manager posting by visiting careers.paturnpike.com by May 22, 2024.
Posting Start Date: | May 9, 2024 |
Posting End Date: | May 22, 2024 |
Position Number: | 80005939 |
Union: | Non-Union |
FLSA Status: | Salaried Exempt |
Department: | Information Technology |
Salary Grade: | E-16 |
Salary Range: | $78,549.74 - $117,824.62 |
Employment Type: | Full Time |
Building Locations*: | Central Office Building 700 S. Eisenhower Boulevard Middletown, PA 17057 Eastern Regional Office 251 Flint Hill Road King of Prussia, PA 19406 Western Regional Office 2200 North Center Avenue New Stanton, PA 15672 |
Work Schedule: | Flexible Work Options |
*This position may report to one of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission's offices: Central Office (Middletown), Eastern Regional Office (King of Prussia) or Western Regional Office (New Stanton).
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, opened on October 1, 1940, is known as America s First Superhighway ! Our mission is to operate a safe, reliable, customer-valued toll road system that supports national mobility and commerce. The PTC operates a 565-mile system with over 205 million transactions annually. Together, we are building the highway of the future.
The Commission values its team members and understands the importance of work/life balance to the health, well-being and productivity of its team. Therefore, this position may be eligible for Flexible Work Options* such as:
*Some options may require completion of probationary period. The Commission requires all employees to establish PA residency within 6 months of hire and to maintain PA residency, regardless of Flexible Work Options.
Job Purpose and Summary
This position is responsible for managing multiple Information Technology (IT) projects from inception through implementation for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC). The incumbent manages project teams from various business and IT functional areas involving the development of new systems or major enhancements to existing systems. Work involves developing project scopes, defining project guidelines, obtaining approvals, and coordinating the resources necessary to successfully complete projects. An incumbent in this position manages and coordinates the activities of the internal and external staff associated with assigned projects. At the lower-level the incumbent is expected to independently manage moderately complex IT projects and manage small to medium sized project teams. At the senior-level the incumbent is expected to independently manage the most complex IT projects and manage large sized project teams, in addition to the lower-level work. Incumbents are expected to manage external consultants. Senior-level incumbents may supervise lower-level project managers.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Manages and coordinates the activities of internal and/or external staff involved in multiple IT projects. Motivates and mentors members of the team and provides input for annual performance reviews.
Develops and maintains the project plans utilizing established project management standards, procedures, and methodologies. Coordinates with business owners and other analysts to define and refine the project scope. Develops work breakdown structures based on the project objectives and scope.
Forms project teams for assigned projects. Conducts project kick-off meetings to communicate individual roles and project expectations. Develops communication plans to convey project scope, goals, milestones, budget, risk, status, change requests and other critical issues to the business owner and the project team. Negotiates conflicts and resolves issues that arise with the project team.
Identifies, analyzes and prioritizes the elements of risk and their potential impact to a project. Monitors project milestones and other critical dates to identify and resolve potential issues that may disrupt the project schedule. Identifies ways to resolve and mitigate issues as they arise.
Determines the resources needed to carry out projects and develops budget requests. Coordinates with resource owners to fill internal resource needs and makes recommendations for resources that may need to be procured outside of the PTC.
Develops and refines cost estimates and detailed cost baselines for projects to include physical, financial, and human capital costs. Continuously monitors the actual cost of the project versus the budget for the project including reviewing invoices and evaluating factors that may potentially cause changes to the cost. Conducts in-depth analysis of project budget discrepancies.
Develops and maintains a productive working relationship with business owners, project sponsors, vendors, and key clients. Conducts formal reviews upon project completion to confirm acceptance and satisfaction.
Conducts lessons learned sessions during and after projects to identify recommendations for improvement.
Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Ten (10) years of experience in information technology or project management; OR
Six (6) years of experience in information technology or project management AND a bachelor s degree in Information Technology or Business Administration; OR
One (1) year as an IT Project Manager with the PTC.
Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted.
Possession of a Project Management Institute (PMI) certification is preferred.
Competencies
Active Listening
Communication Proficiency
Critical Thinking
Customer/Client Focused
Flexibility
Motivated
Problem Solving/Analysis
Project Management
Teamwork Orientation
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Position demands include frequent speaking, writing, and reading reports. Position requires frequent work at a computer utilizing business programs and PTC specific operating systems. Occasionally works outside of normal business hours for assigned work assignments.
Office environment with low levels of noise, adequate lighting, and comfortable temperature. Field environment may include exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable conditions. Physical environment is generally safe, but safety equipment or precautions must be followed in field conditions.
Benefits
The selected candidate will be offered an exceptional benefits package which includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, along with a benefit plan for retirement. In addition, leave programs, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, and alternative work schedules are available to employees.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact the Human Resources Department by calling .
Full Time
Public Administration
$110k-134k (estimate)
05/11/2024
07/10/2024
paturnpike.com
PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA
100 - 200
1932
Private
JOSEPH BREMMER
$50M - $200M
Public Administration
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