What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Project Manager position at New Mexico Mutual?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Job Title : IT Project Manager
Department : Information Technology
Reports to : IT Director
Position Summary :
This position is responsible for creating, managing, and executing project plans to support the ongoing needs of the IT department. The IT Project Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of one or more medium to high complexity projects. Responsibilities include project schedule planning, resource allocation, project budget management, change management and adhering to industry best practice project management methodologies.
Essential Functions :
- Manage project variables including scope, budget, time, issues, risks, communications, training, stakeholder interactions and resources to deliver on defined objectives.
- Identify, coordinate, and manage resources and assignments across multiple projects.
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
- Develop and deliver status reports, proposals, requirements documentation, change requests, risk and issue logs along with meeting agendas, minutes and presentations.
- Identify and track critical path / activities, dependencies, risks, contingencies, and offer alternatives when necessary to leadership.
- Effectively and continually communicate expectations with both internal and external project teams and manage conflict.
- Implement IT and project management strategies that deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
- Lead the RFP process for technology solutions, including the facilitation of vendor selection.
- Actively assess project risks and assist in risk mitigation.
- Lead change management efforts related to technology implementations, ensuring smooth transitions and user adoption.
- Complete projects by coordinating resources and timetables with user departments and technical vendor partners.
Job Qualifications
Education :
BA / BS from accredited 4-year college / university in Computer Science, Management, or related field required. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent preferred.
Experience :
Seven or more years of related experience in a corresponding field with a minimum of 4 years of experience in project management. Experience in workers' compensation or insurance industry highly preferred.
Required Skills / Abilities :
Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc. :
Values and Mission :
Adhere to New Mexico Mutual's values and mission by demonstrating Service Excellence, Trust, Ownership, One Team and Boldness in thought and action.
Positive Attitude :
Develops and maintains positive working relationships with team members, customers, co-workers and management by demonstrating effective communication and collaborative skills.
Working Conditions :
NEW MEXICO MUTUAL maintains general office conditions with light physical demands.
Employees of NEW MEXICO MUTUAL adhere to all safety rules and regulations including building security.
Employees participate in ensuring safe and efficient operating conditions that safeguard employees and facilities.
NEW MEXICO MUTUAL maintains a drug free environment; drug testing prior to employment as well as upon a work-related accident.
Exposure to VDT screens.