Associate Director, Change Management & Project Management

Wursta aims to help companies navigate complex technology landscapes, especially within AI, to help those companies to scale their capabilities, and increase productivity. We specialize in providing a range of services including cloud services, managed services, custom development, cybersecurity, and AI solutions, with a focus on enabling digital transformation.

***Located in Austin, TX, this role offers a hybrid work arrangement***

Job Summary

The Associate Director will split their time equally between individual contributions and people management. They will lead our Project Management and Organizational Change Management teams to drive the successful deployment and adoption of Google solutions for our clients, focusing on team performance, measurable outcomes, and aligning initiatives with contract objectives. The ideal candidate will be a responsible, organized, and strategic leader, committed to clear communication and fairness while upholding our core values.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead key client projects, ensuring their needs are met and expectations exceeded.
• Strategically direct Delivery, PMO, and OCM teams to achieve Solutions Delivery goals, ensuring value for all stakeholders.
• Hold team members accountable for performance by setting high standards, monitoring progress, and providing mentorship.
• Foster a culture of excellence by inspiring ownership of outcomes and addressing underperformance constructively.
• Ensure team success by aligning individual strengths with organizational needs.
• Oversee Technology Delivery projects, ensuring measurable outcomes that meet client and organizational standards.
• Establish and enforce project management frameworks, achieving consistent, high-quality results.
• Ensure accountability for project success by tracking milestones, addressing gaps, and valuing team insights.
• Drive collaboration across departments to meet strategic objectives and deliver solutions.
• Lead OCM team to drive Google Workspace adoption, ensuring widespread tool usage and minimized resistance.
• Oversee change initiatives, achieving exceptional adoption rates and adapting strategies based on feedback.
• Ensure accountability for change success by meeting KPIs and empowering ownership.
• Strategically manage project delivery, maintaining standards for efficiency and value.
• Foster collaboration to align efforts with organizational goals and ensure consistent outcomes.
• Maintain accountability for resource utilization and success, overseeing budgets and partnerships.
• Drive staffing planning, ensuring accurate resource allocation and staffing readiness.
  
  

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a similar area is required.
• 7-10 years in IT leadership.
• 5 years leading teams in cloud solution deployments or migrations, preferably with Google Workspace, Google Cloud, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of Google Workspace administration and migration principles.
• Expertise in project and change management frameworks.
• Results-oriented, decisive, accountable, and process-driven, with a focus on overcoming obstacles, building cohesive, successful teams, and embodying company values..
  
  

Preferred Skills And Competencies

• Proven ability to drive accountability within cloud-based projects, especially Google Workspace.
• Master's degree or Google Professional Collaboration Engineer certification is preferred.
• Outstanding communication skills and ability to align multiple teams and stakeholders to achieve common goals.
• Proven leadership skills with a strong focus on team performance and results within a fast-paced environment.
• Role is primarily office-based, with occasional travel as needed to support strategic initiatives and stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including outside of standard business hours, to deliver on key project milestones.
  
  

Interview Process

At Wursta, we're all about positive experiences and creating value. We move fast and adapt to change like nobody's business. Here's what you can expect during our interview process:

• Work Style Survey:This survey helps us understand your communication, collaboration, and work environment preferences to optimize your contribution to the team.
• Initial Screen: You'll have a quick 20-30 minute chat with our hiring coordinator. It's just a chance to get to know each other and see if we're a good fit.
• Meet your manager: Next up, you'll spend 45 minutes with the hiring manager. This is your chance to learn more about the role and the team.
• Meet your peers: After that, you'll meet with members of the team for 60 minutes. This is a great opportunity to see the team dynamic and ask any questions you have.
• Interview with Senior Leadership: You'll then chat with the executive leader for 45 minutes. This is your chance to show off your skills and experience and learn more about the company's vision.
• Get a decision: We'll get back to you within the week to let you know what's next.
  
  

Our Values

We are driven and guided by our shared values:

• Make it win-win
• Do it uncommonly well
• Remain humble
• Strive to be better
• We are one team
• Be accountable
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity

Wursta provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.