Manager, Special Projects

RaceTrac; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RaceTrac is seeking a Manager, Special Projects responsible for managing strategic initiatives that add value. Leading a team of Project Managers, this role ensures projects are delivered on time and within budget. Responsibilities include coaching Agile teams and facilitating communication between business and IT.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of experience, with proficiency in project management software and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a business, consulting, or analytical role.
• 1+ year managing direct reports.
• PMP or relevant certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage strategic and cross-departmental initiatives.
• Lead multiple projects ensuring successful delivery.
• Act as a liaison between project sponsors and teams.

Skills

Agile methodologies

Project management

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, finance, business communications, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Visio

SmartSheet

Job description

RaceTrac Company Overview Job Description: The Manager, Special Projects is responsible for managing strategic and cross-departmental initiatives that add value to the organization. This role involves leading a team of Associate Project Managers and Project Managers, while managing the development and execution of multiple projects, ensuring they are delivered successfully within scope, on time, and within budget. Additionally, the Manager serves as a liaison between the project sponsor and their team. Up to 10% travel may be required.

What You'll Do

• Establish and maintain best practices within our Agile Project Tracking software
• Coach Agile teams on best practices of Agile Delivery
• Coach Business and Technology on value stream best practices, including lean portfolio management and key performance indicators
• Lead work intake across all of RaceTrac’s Digital Channels Development teams
• Act as a member of the Digital Channels Leadership team, helping RaceTrac manage strategic partners through key Agile metrics and KPIs
• Continually monitor and improve team agility based on industry-standard Agile metrics
• Act as a Business Relationship Manager, providing subject matter expertise, estimations, and delivery timelines
• Facilitate an effective dialogue between business organizations and the Information Solutions team to ensure business needs are addressed in the right channels
• Use project‑management methodologies in meetings with internal business partners to determine development needs, scope projects and resources, and plan for high‑quality solutions
• Perform other ad hoc duties as needed

What We're Looking For

Bachelor’s degree from a 4‑year college or university, preferably in industrial engineering, finance, business communications, or a related field; 5+ years’ experience within a business, consulting, or analytical role, with preference for engineering, finance, management, information systems or business‑related fields; 1+ year managing direct reports; advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, proficiency in Excel and Visio; proficiency in project‑management software, specifically SmartSheet; strong organizational skills and attention to detail; PMP or another relevant certification is a plus.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RaceTrac without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.