Hybrid IT Project Manager - Lead Tech Initiatives

Marquette Board of Light and Power; Marquette (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive salary based on your知

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5%

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Generous paid time off and nine paid 公

The opportunity to make an impact in a

Job summary

The Upper Peninsula Power Company seeks an Information Technology (IT) Project Manager based at UPPCO’s Marquette, Michigan corporate office, with a hybrid work option for those within driving distance. Lead technology projects that support reliable electric service across Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

As an IT Project Manager, you’ll guide projects from planning through completion, collaborate with IT professionals, business leaders, vendors, and other teams, manage budgets and schedules, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Cybersecurity or related field.
• 4+ years of IT project management experience.
• CAPM or PMP certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of IT systems and project management practices.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, resources, and deadlines.
• Proficiency with PM tools such as Microsoft Project, Gantt charts, dashboards, and MS Office.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% within UPPCO's service territory.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT Projects. Manage multiple technology projects from initial planning through implementation and completion, keeping work on schedule and within budget.
• Build project plans. Define goals, scope, timelines, milestones, budgets, staffing needs and expected results.
• Keep projects on track. Monitor progress, manage competing priorities, and adjust plans as needed.
• Manage budgets & resources. Develop cost estimates, track spending, and coordinate people and resources.
• Solve problems & manage risks. Identify challenges, evaluate options, and implement solutions.
• Bring teams together. Lead project teams across UPPCO, contractors, vendors, and partners.
• Communicate progress. Provide timely updates to leadership and stakeholders on schedules and budgets.
• Support quality & change management. Ensure adherence to quality standards and ITIL change processes.
• Promote safety & security. Support workplace safety, cybersecurity, and information protection.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT / Computer Science / Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Gantt charts

Dashboards

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Upper Peninsula Power Company seeks an Information Technology (IT) Project Manager based at UPPCO’s Marquette, Michigan corporate office, with a hybrid work option for those within driving distance. Lead technology projects that support reliable electric service across Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

As an IT Project Manager, you’ll guide projects from planning through completion, collaborate with IT professionals, business leaders, vendors, and other teams, manage budgets and schedules, and