GFT is seeking a Technical Project Manager to join our Technology team. This is a remote position but work hours will be aligned with Eastern and Central time zones. 

 

The GFT, Strategic Services team, which includes Human Resources, Legal, Accounting & Finance, IT Services and Marketing & Communications, are essential for managing and supporting the company's global operations. Shared Services are part of a broader strategy to transform the business and improve efficiency. The support of this amazing team of professionals is the backbone of our ability to deliver infrastructure consulting and design services.   

 

What you’ll be challenged to do:The Architecture-Engineering-Construction (AEC) industry faces unparalleled, but very exciting, challenges based on the fascinating technology we now employ, the long-term growth that the federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) represent for our industry, and the rapid changes to our workforce. The position works as part of our successful IT Program Management Office while supporting our Technology@GFT program to ensure success of our technology initiatives, ensuring they are completed on time and on budget.  This position will interact with various project stakeholders across the organization, resulting in meaningful contributions to our firm and our clients.

 

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: 

• Develops and manages projects from start to finish
• Tracks progress of, and holds resources accountable for, activities across business groups.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues clearly to all stakeholders.
• Manage project scope and handle change requests effectively.
• Meets regularly and builds strong relationships with team, business users, and stakeholders
• Assesses business impacts of projects
• Assists business analysts in documenting business processes and developing technical requirements
• Research, prototype, and recommend technology for solutions
• Proactively resolve issues and remove roadblocks to maintain project momentum.
• Ensure adherence to IT governance, cybersecurity, and data privacy standards.
• Partner with leadership to identify the required skills and resource requirements for project teams.
• Deliver projects within scope, schedule, and budget while meeting quality standards.

What you will bring to our firm: 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of IT project management experience, including enterprise software implementations and digital transformation initiatives, with advanced proficiency in Agile Development (SCRUM) and waterfall processes
• Experience managing projects in the AEC industry
• Familiarity with Cloud technologies
• Experience using industry project management software
• Ability to manage project, daily tasks, and business user requirements effectively
• Experience delivering projects that span multiple business lines
• Experience with business analytical and project management software such as Power BI, Monday.com, etc.

What we prefer you bring: 

• Proven experience in innovativeness, ability to integrate disparate products
• Experience managing projects for enterprise software implementations or digital transformation initiatives.
• Proven strong communication and demonstrated leadership skills working in a fast-paced global engineering company.

Compensation:The salary range for this role is $120,000 - $150,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.  Featured Benefits: • Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

 

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

 

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

 

Location: RemoteCore Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMEmployment Status: Full-Time GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

 

"California Applicants"Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

 

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