Project Manager

We are always seeking talented, motivated, growth-minded, and creative individuals. Our firm is committed to providing employee support and advancement, while embracing inclusion and innovation as keys to a stronger future.

We invite you to explore the position below and to submit your application to join our team!

Project Management Services is responsible for the implementation of approved Firm technology projects from inception to completion. The Project Manager ensures the successful implementation of technology related projects by applying project management methodologies and identifying, organizing and leading a team of individuals in order to accomplish a given objective of the Firm. The Project Manager will assure that information created, acquired or maintained in performance of job duties is used in accordance to protect the firm's information and infrastructure from external or internal threats and will comply with Firm Policy requirements regarding information access, classification, security and privacy.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Work with cross-functional managers to select, develop and oversee an effective project team and allocate team members to project tasks.
• Lead and direct the work of others to ensure team members have a clear understanding of the project goals to meet requirements.
• Create, clarify, and manage the project scope. Schedule and lead effective recurring project status meetings.
• Manage, monitor, and report on the project status, financial performance, project management and issue resolution.
• Participate in technology related demonstrations, evaluation, and selection of a solution for a project, if applicable.
• Manage and maintain project documentation repository. Create and update documentation including schedules, budgets and project plan.
• Manage sign-off of key deliverables and conduct Quality Assurance reviews.
• Champion and mentor the use of the Firm’s project management processes and tools and create and support repeatable processes.
• Adhere to the Project Management Services defined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Project Management Lifecycle and Project Intake Process to remain in compliance with the requirements of the Firm’s ISO 27001 certification.
• Capture and present business requirements. Maintain objectives for Communication, Risk, Quality, Cost and Stakeholder/Vendor Management.
• Work with Project Sponsors and Technology Procurement to secure funding when appropriate.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of standard firm technology.
• Continue to develop skills, knowledge and ability to improve processes and procedures as well as to keep updated on trends and developments in the industry and in legal practice, including meeting annual personal development goals.
• Meet annual security education training and awareness (SETA) requirements.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Position requires the ability to develop excellent working relationships and experience in client-service delivery.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to inspire, enable and motivate a project team.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected and may be required to manage projects in the areas of office growth, software development or network infrastructure.
• Strong communication and presentations skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Dedication to quality service, creativity, strong problem solving and analytical skills, excellent initiative and assertiveness, and the desire to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to meet annual security education training and awareness (SETA) requirements.
  
  

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; or any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Minimum of five (5) years' experience in a project management or related position
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Experience working in a law firm environment is desired.
  
  

The Firm will comply with any applicable city or state workplace mandates in effect in regards to Covid-19.

This position description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of the job. The statements contained in the position description are not necessarily all-inclusive and additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned as determined by business needs.

This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

By applying for this position, you agree and understand that Troutman Pepper Locke will process your Personal Information pursuant to the terms of our Worker and Applicant Global Privacy Notice. If you have questions about our data handling practices, or you are a resident of California, the United Kingdom, or the European Union and wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at privacy@troutman.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Troutman Pepper Locke adheres to a policy of equal opportunity and will make all employment decisions, which include hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, evaluation, compensation and separation, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital or armed forces status and any other classification as protected by law.

Compensation is dependent on several factors, such as position, location, education, training, and/or experience.

Hiring Salary Range

$85,000.00 - $105,000.00