IT Project Manager

Hydrite; Town of Brookfield (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 10% Retirement Contribution

$600 per Year Wellness Incentive

Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible

Job summary

Hydrite, based at the Brookfield, WI corporate office, is seeking an IT Project Manager I to organize and drive projects in support of transformation, automation, and AI initiatives. This on-site role requires 4-5 days per week presence and entails coordinating stakeholders to deliver on time and within scope.

The role emphasizes resource and timeline management, effective communication, and ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Relocation and sponsorship are not offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in project management.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an enterprise project management tool that delivers visibility at scale by automating project creation, aggregating portfolio reporting, and managing process improvement changes.
• Ensure that project requests are well-defined: evaluate feasibility, gather requirements, and scope.
• Establish project objectives and success criteria; communicate to stakeholders and team members.
• Identify stakeholders and requirements; report on project status throughout the lifecycle.
• Execute project deliverables: create detailed plans, define roles, monitor dependencies, coordinate activities, conduct reviews, and track spend.
• Identify risks and develop a risk management strategy; monitor and mitigate throughout the project.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Information Technology

PMP certification

Job description

BENEFITS

• Up to 10% Retirement Contribution


• $600 per Year Wellness Incentive


• Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date.

The IT Project Manager I is an organized, goal-oriented professional who uses passion, creativity, and collaboration to design and execute projects successfully. They play a crucial role supporting organization transformation, continuous improvement, automation, and AI initiatives. This role plays a key part in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational objectives.

The primary purpose of this position is to ensure that projects are completed efficiently and effectively, leading to successful outcomes that align with the company's strategic goals. Their ability to manage resources, timelines, and stakeholder expectations and facilitate project communication is essential for driving organizational success and growth.

This position is based at our corporate office in Brookfield, WI and requires on-site presence 4-5 days per week. Relocation assistance and employment sponsorship are not available for this role.

Primary responsibilities include:

Maintain an enterprise project management tool that delivers consistency and visibility at scale by automating project creation, aggregating portfolio reporting, and managing process improvement changes.

Ensure that project requests are well-defined:

• Evaluate request's feasibility and alignment with organizational goals.


• Engage with Project Requestor and stakeholders to gather requirements and scope.


• Document key findings in a Project Charter and present request to IT Project Review Board.

Establish Project Objectives and Success Criteria:

• Define clear project goals and objectives.


• Set measurable success criteria to evaluate project performance.


• Communicate objectives to stakeholders and team members.


• Ensure all team members understand the project’s purpose and goals.

Identify Stakeholders and Requirements:

• Identify all stakeholders involved in the project.


• Prioritize requirements based on project goals.


• Report on project status and progress to stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Execute Project Deliverables:

• Develop a detailed project plan outlining tasks, timelines, and milestones.


• Define roles and responsibilities for each team member.


• Identify dependencies between tasks and activities.


• Ensure team members understand their roles and expectations.


• Monitor and adjust the plan and address delays or deviations to maintain project integrity.


• Oversee the coordination of all project activities.


• Facilitate communication and collaboration among team members.


• Conduct regular project reviews and team assessments.


• Track financial spend and report project budget at completion.


• Lead project close out meeting to review goals, requirements, milestones, and operational handoffs.

Identify Risk Areas and Develop a Risk Management Strategy:

• Conduct a risk assessment to identify potential project risks.


• Develop a risk management plan with mitigation strategies.


• Monitor and track identified risks throughout the project.


• Implement risk response plans as needed.


• Communicate risks and mitigation plans to stakeholders.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

• This position reports to the Director - Business Transformation

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree required, business or Information Technology preferred.


• PMP certification preferred.


• Minimum of 2 years of experience in project management.


• Proficiency in project management software and tools.


• Proven track record of managing projects successfully from initiation to closure.


• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.


• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.


• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.


• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.


• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Meticulous and able to maintain accurate and thorough documentation.


• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.


• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.


• Basic understanding of project management principles and methodologies.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach.