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Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC - The Reliable One)

Senior Project Manager, Operations (PMO)

Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC - The Reliable One), Orlando, Florida, us, 32885


OUC - The

Reliable

One , an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida committed to serving the community and the environment, is presently seeking a

Senior Project Manager, Operations (PMO)

to join the Transformation division.We are looking for a motivated and collaborative professional to lead, oversee, and ensure the successful delivery and management of single or multiple high-profile projects varying in size and complexity.In this role, you will be responsible for assisting the Operations team with the creation of milestones for project reporting, metrics for success, and project management coaching for those new to a project management discipline as well as manage a portfolio of select, priority projects.OUC’s mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable and reliable services and solutions.The ideal candidate will have:Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration or directly related field from an accredited university. In lieu of a degree, equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and directly related project management experience may be substitutable on a 1:1 basis.Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in IT project management; including successful oversight of large, complex projects or programs (required)PMP or other project management certification (Preferred).Five (5) years of the above mentioned project management experience in the utility or manufacturing industry (preferred).Familiarity with NERC standards a plus.OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes, to cite a few:Competitive compensationLow-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period. Retirement benefits include a cash balance account with employer matching along with a health reimbursement accountPaid vacation, holidays, and sick timeEducational and Professional assistance programs; Paid Memberships in Professional AssociationsAccess to workout facilities at each locationPaid Conference and Training OpportunitiesFree downtown parkingHybrid work scheduleSalary Range:

$112,674.78 - $140,844.34 (Based on experience)Location:

Reliable Plaza, 100 W. Anderson St. Orlando, FL 32801Job Purpose:Senior Project Manager leads, oversees and ensures the successful delivery and management of single or multiple projects varying in size and complexity. The Senior Project Manager must do this within scope, to a certain quality, and within time and cost constraints.Primary Functions:Engage in complete life-cycle management of projects, varying scopes, sizes and numbers including planning, design, and scheduling, costing, and deliverable management in partnership with internal and external stakeholders.Review project proposals or plans to determine a time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing projects, staffing requirements and the assignment of available departmental resources to various project phases.Identify and schedule project deliverables, milestones, and acquire/collaborate with stakeholders on acquisition of resources, budget, personnel and technology for successful completion of assigned projects.Provide leadership and motivation to project team members throughout the project life cycle and confer with project staff to outline a work plan. Direct and coordinate the activities of project personnel to ensure projects progress on schedule and within budget.Implement a project communication plan and facilitate on-going dialog with stakeholders to ensure proactive management of expectations.Establish a work plan and staffing for project activities, iterations or phases, and arrange for recruitment or assignment of project personnel. Review/approve the work plan of any external service providers or consultants contracted to execute the project.Conduct risk assessment and create and implement mitigation plans.Monitor project activities, ensuring the currency, quality and integrity of information, while providing consistency in content and “look and feel” across the organization.Ensure that project goals are in line with business objectives and achieved.Prepare status reports and modify schedules or plans as required. Establish standards and procedures for project reporting and documentation.Benchmark project management performance continuously to identify the potential for improvements and increase capability in project and portfolio management.Coach junior team members, executives and others who need assistance and advice regarding project management practices. Assist with training and mentoring of rising project managers within PMO and Business units.Support the continuous improvement of creation, coordination and implementation of PMO templates, policies, procedures.Perform other duties as assigned.Technical Requirements:Working knowledge in all, but not limited, to the following:Distinctive blend of business, IT, financial and communication skills.Good understanding of current and emerging technologies, and of how other enterprises are using them to drive digital business.Knowledge of project management methodology and experience or familiarity with major, defined program management approaches.Significant knowledge of project planning/scheduling tools, with a solid track record of practical application.Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; expertise in setting and managing customer expectations.Effective influencing and negotiating skills.Strong knowledge and understanding of business needs, with the ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence.Ability to support a tactical resource plan by mapping future demand to forecast project completions in the project portfolio.Excellent use of verbal communication skills.Making critical decisions or recommendations.Understand and apply governmental accounting practices.Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals, rates, ratios and percentages.Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and standard office equipment.Demonstrated leadership skills and effective teamwork.Planning and organizational skills.Able to work under pressure and remain flexible in changing environments.Perform field walkdowns to ensure project is being performed/installed as designed.Working Conditions:

This job is performed in an office work environment. This role may require availability outside of regular business hours, particularly during project implementation phases.Physical Requirements:

This job includes very frequent speaking/hearing, typing, writing, and detailed inspection. This job requires frequent standing, walking and sitting. There may be occasional lifting up to twenty (20) lbs.OUC–The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to responsible management policies to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws.

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