Director-IT Project Management

Primary Purpose

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Director-IT Project Management is responsible for establishing and executing the strategic direction for the IT Project Management team to support the organization's overall objectives. This role provides leadership in managing the entire project portfolio—ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget—while aligning IT initiatives with business priorities. Working closely with C-level executives, VPs, and cross-functional teams, the Director will drive continuous improvement in project management methodologies, foster innovation, and ensure robust risk and compliance frameworks. Additionally, this position is pivotal in building and nurturing a high-performing team, developing talent programs, and facilitating effective communication across the enterprise to meet evolving business needs.

Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Set strategic direction for the IT Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure alignment with overall organizational goals.
• Portfolio Management: Oversee and manage the entire project portfolio, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Executive Collaboration: Work directly with C-level executives and VPs to define project priorities, secure resources, and shape strategic initiatives.
• Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Drive improvements in project management practices, methodologies, and tools.
• Budget Oversight: Ensure financial accountability through effective project budget management.
• Risk and Compliance: Implement robust risk management and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Talent Development: Build and nurture a high-performing PMO team, including developing talent programs.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Enhance communication and coordination across various business functions to support cohesive project execution.
• PMO Formation & Management: Create, develop, and lead the new PMO team responsible for managing all software projects, expanding from the previous, more limited scope.
• Collaborate with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both in person and over the phone, demonstrating strong verbal skills and active listening.
• Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
• Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
• Maintain a high regard for personal safety, for the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
• Other daily, weekly, monthly or special project duties as identified and defined.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
  
  

Experience/Specific Knowledge

• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in IT project management, with at least three (3) years in a director-level role.
• Proven experience with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and IT infrastructure management.
• Leadership Experience: Demonstrated experience in leading large, diverse project teams and managing complex project portfolios.
• Strategic Vision: Strong strategic vision and ability to translate organizational goals into actionable project plans.
• Advanced proficiency providing IT support for applications, and network or server administration.
• Advanced proficiency with software and security architectures.
• Experience managing multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritizing based on importance.
• Experience in effectively communicating business and technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Advanced proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Project, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  
  

Preferred Education, Experience, Certifications, Competencies, Skills, & Abilities

Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:

• A Master’s degree in Information Technology or an MBA is preferred.
• Certifications like PgMP, Agile, or ITIL are a plus
  
  

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
• Project Management (PMP) certification required.
  
  

Competencies, Skills & Abilities

• Capability to operate effectively within a complex organizational structure that extends across multiple locations.
• Analytical thinker able to utilize functional understanding of the various components of systems in conjunction with technical knowledge to identify effective and efficient problem resolutions.
• Excellent organizational, time management and communication skills; must communicate effectively with all levels of company personnel.
• Ability to drive Executive level Steering Committee discussions focused on trade-off decisions, resource constraints, budgeting, etc.
• Ability to work well both individually with minimal supervision and in a team environment where the sharing of knowledge is highly regarded and expected.
• Ability to use time effectively, efficiently, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to communicate systems requirements verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
• Must be able to work with a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.
  
  

Physical Demands

All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
  
  

Supervisory Responsibility

• Yes
  
  

Compensation

The salary range for the role is $191,200-$205,000/yr.

Other Responsibilities

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

About Us

Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.

• Industry competitive pay
• Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Infertility Coverage
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
• Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
• Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
• Identity theft protection
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
• Company vehicle (if applicable)
• Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
• Networking and employee engagement events
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests
  
  

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.

Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.

EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.