Technical Project Manager

Who We Are

Invitation Homes is a fast-paced evolving publicly traded REIT that is pioneering a new industry with over 80,000 single family rental homes and a market capitalization of over $25 billion. We are a team of more than 1,400 associates who come from all walks of life. We call different communities “home,” but our shared values bind us together. Invitation Homes is a place where possibility lives.

The Project Manager will partner with Product Management, Engineering, and key stakeholders throughout the organization to deliver technology & non-technology business projects. The Project Manager will manage multiple projects to enhance the Invitation Homes digital footprint. Responsibilities include planning and execution of assigned initiatives, developing and maintaining capacity plans and financial forecasts, managing risk and issues, and providing regular status reports. Responsibilities also include proactive identification and removal of impediments and fostering continuous improvement.

Invitation Homes does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship for this role at this time.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning and execution of assigned cross functional projects using agile, waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies
• Conducts detailed analysis of project requests, coordinates tasks with business owners, project teams and IT, establishes measurable time segments, and manages project to completion.
• Drive alignment across stakeholders on the scope, solution & delivery plan
• Anticipate and mitigate risks, dependencies, and impediments; facilitate resolutions, communicate mitigation plans, and escalate delays appropriately
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors (onshore, nearshore and offshore)
• Serves as centralized communications point and ensure that all team members and stakeholders receive timely and appropriate project information
• Analyze problems and make recommendations for improvements, including identifying and evaluating opportunities for growth, reduce operating expenses and improve performance
• Assist in the definition of scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
• Learn, apply, and improve the IH holistic delivery process by continuously sharing findings and lessons learned.
• Create and maintain forecast of resource availability, allocation, and capitalization
• Identify and escalate issues to senior leadership as needed
• Measure team and portfolio performance using appropriate tools and techniques
• Establish, maintain, and manage the relationships with technology leads, stakeholders and vendors
• Ownership of the change management process as project execution progresses through to closure
• Support Product Management, Product Owner, and UI/UX functions
• Lead Big Room Planning and Scrum of Scrums as needed for the delivery of the projects
• Perform scrum master responsibilities when needed
• Manage initiatives and projects through the software development lifecycle (SLDC) phases, from backlog through business rollout
• Manage and track project related artifacts
• Assist in the design and implementation of methodologies, processes and tools; continually monitor and improve delivery excellence for assigned team(s) and portfolio(s)

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or related experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant project management experience required.

Skills/Specialized Knowledge

• Managing multiple cross functional projects using both Agile and Waterfall methodologies
• Active management of project related risks, issues, reporting and timely tracking of actions across project stakeholders
• Proven judgment and ability to manage portfolios of work
• Experienced in managing both Technology and non-Technology projects
• Solid understanding of project management and agile principles
• Strong interpersonal, conflict management and communication skills
• Effective documentation and reporting skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Prefer experience with QuickBase, Jira and Confluence

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) / PRINCE II certification is a plus
• Agile training and certifications (CSM, CPO, etc.) are a plus

Other Requirements

• Must maintain professional appearance.
• Ability to be at work on a regular and consistent basis; Overtime may be required for this position.
• Travel up to 10%

Why Invitation Homes

We stand for flexibility, opportunity, and a home that people can make their own. It’s as true for our associates as it is for our residents. Just like we help our residents live freer, we liberate our associates’ careers, too. Our associates know that at Invitation Homes goals matter, potential is unlocked, and careers thrive. Invitation Homes isn’t just a work place it is a possibility place. Invitation Homes offers the below to each new associate:

• Competitive pay and an annual bonus program for all associates
• Generous paid time off plans including vacation accrual, sick time, volunteer time, and standard and floating holidays
• 401k with matching company contributions
• Awesome work environment with casual dress
• Team events and gatherings
• Employee resource groups: Together with Women, Asian Alliance, Black Collective, Juntos, Gen Next, and Open Invitation