Information Technology (IT) Project Manager

Waldo Solutions; Marquette (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Very competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 5% company match

Disability insurance (short/long-term)

Life insurance and AD&D

Paid time off and nine holidays

Impactful community-minded utility

Job summary

Upper Peninsula Power Company in Marquette, Michigan, seeks an IT Project Manager to lead technology initiatives supporting reliable electric service across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The role offers a hybrid work option for those within driving distance to Marquette.

You will plan, execute, and close IT projects, coordinating with IT professionals, business leaders, vendors, and cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results while respecting budgets and timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/Cybersecurity or related field required.
• 4+ years of IT project management experience required.
• Experience with project budgets, schedules and resources.
• Familiarity with PM tools (MS Project, dashboards) and ITIL practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT projects from planning through completion, on time and within budget.
• Build detailed project plans with goals, milestones, budgets, staffing and outcomes.
• Monitor progress, manage priorities, and adjust to keep projects on track.
• Develop cost estimates, track spending, and coordinate resources.
• Identify risks and collaborate on mitigations.
• Coordinate cross-department and vendor collaboration.
• Provide timely project progress updates to leadership and stakeholders.
• Support quality and change management per ITIL practices.
• Promote safety and security in project execution.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Leadership

PM tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Cybersecurity

Tools

Microsoft Project

Dashboards

Gantt charts

MS Office

Job description

The Upper Peninsula Power Company seeks an Information Technology (IT) Project Manager. This position is based at UPPCO’s corporate office in Marquette, Michigan, and offers a hybrid work option for those within a reasonable driving distance of Marquette. This is an opportunity to lead technology projects that support the people, systems, and operations behind reliable electric service across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.

As an IT Project Manager, you’ll take projects from planning through completion, working closely with IT professionals, business leaders, outside vendors, and other teams throughout UPPCO. You’ll keep projects moving forward, manage budgets and timelines, solve problems along the way, and help turn technology plans into successful results. If you’re someone who enjoys bringing people together, staying organized, and seeing projects through from beginning to end, this may be a great fit for you.

WHAT WE OFFER.

• Very competitive salary based on your knowledge and experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match.
• Additional insurances at no cost to you: short and long-term disability, medical emergency transport, basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, and employee assistance.
• Generous paid time off and nine paid holidays.
• The opportunity to make an impact in a respected, community-minded utility organization.

WHAT YOUR DAYS LOOK LIKE.

• Lead IT Projects. Manage multiple technology projects from initial planning through implementation and completion, keeping work on schedule, within budget, and aligned with project goals.
• Build Project Plans. Define project goals, scope, timelines, milestones, budgets, staffing needs, and expected results.
• Keep Projects on Track. Monitor progress, manage competing priorities, identify potential delays, and make adjustments to keep projects moving forward.
• Manage Budgets & Resources. Develop cost estimates, track spending, forecast project expenses, and coordinate the people and resources needed for success.
• Solve Problems & Manage Risks. Identify potential challenges, evaluate options, and work with others to find practical solutions.
• Bring Teams Together. Lead and coordinate project teams, working closely with departments throughout UPPCO, contractors, vendors, and other business partners.
• Communicate Project Progress. Provide clear, timely updates to leadership and project stakeholders on schedules, budgets, accomplishments, and potential concerns.
• Support Quality & Change Management. Help ensure projects meet established quality standards and follow IT change management processes, including ITIL practices.
• Promote Safety & Security. Support UPPCO’s commitment to workplace safety, cybersecurity, and protecting company information and systems.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR.

• Bachelor’s degree in I.T., Computer Science, Cybersecurity or a related field is required.
• 4 or more years of experience managing IT-related projects required.
• Certification as an Associate In Project Management (CAPM) or Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred.
• Good understanding of IT systems, technology, and project management practices.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, resources, and deadlines.
• Comfortable using PM tools such as Microsoft Project, Gantt charts, dashboards, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to bring people and teams together, work well with others, and communicate clearly.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Takes ownership of responsibilities, follows through on commitments, and takes pride in delivering quality work.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within UPPCO’s service territory (up to 20%) required.

ARE YOU READY to join an organization that powers Michigan’s Upper Peninsula with integrity, innovation, and care?

UPPCO is a regulated electric utility delivering safe, reliable energy to about 54,000 customers in 10 counties of Michigan’s pristine Upper Peninsula. Our assets include 7 hydroelectric renewable energy generation facilities that also offer public recreational opportunities on land and water, 2 combustion turbines providing a total generation capacity of approximately 80 megawatts, 3,300 miles of electric distribution lines, and 58 distribution substations.