Senior IT Project Manager – Power Asset Dispatch

Talan Group; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with company matching

15 days paid vacation per year

8 paid holidays + 5 sick days + 2 personal days

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Voluntary STD and LTD

Job summary

A global consulting and technology group is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Houston, Texas to lead critical IT projects in the Gas & Power Trading domain. The ideal candidate will oversee the DGM Asset Dispatch project, ensuring completion on time and aligned with business goals. Candidates should have 7–10 years of experience in project management, particularly in the energy sector. The role offers a hybrid work schedule and diverse benefits including a 401(k) plan and company health insurance.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of project management experience in IT.
• Energy sector experience required, especially with dispatch systems.
• Certifications like PMP or Agile preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the DGM Asset Dispatch project to ensure timely delivery.
• Manage projects from initiation to completion.
• Coordinate across IT and business stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Risk assessment

Proactive mindset

Technical expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

DGM platform

GE Dispatch

Job description

With over 7,000 experts in 20 countries, Talan is a global consulting and technology group dedicated to accelerating our clients' transformation through technology, data, and innovation. We’re proud to be aCertified Great Place to Workand are on track to reach €1 billion in revenue by 2025. At Talan, our philosophy is simple yet powerful:Positive Innovation—leveraging technology to benefit people and society.

Job Description

Location: Houston, Texas (Hybrid – at least 3 days onsite/week)
Visa Sponsorship:We offer sponsorship under specific treaty-based U.S. work visas, including TN and E-2 (for eligible Canadian, Mexican, and French citizens). We do not support or transfer other visa types (e.g., H-1B).

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead critical IT projects within the Gas & Power Trading domain, with a primary focus on the Asset Dispatch Management Solution (DGM Project). This role involves managing complex, business-oriented IT initiatives that support the transition to power trading and physical asset operations. The position reports to the Manager, Gas & Power Trading IT and collaborates closely with global teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the DGM Asset Dispatch project, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.
• Plan and manage projects from initiation to completion using phased methodologies or manage a portfolio of smaller projects.
• Report on project scope, schedule, and budget; maintain risk, issue, and decision logs.
• Coordinate across IT, business stakeholders, and third-party vendors; ensure supplier contracts are executed properly.
• Assess risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies (RAID) across the project portfolio.
• Apply company standards for project methodologies, IT governance, and compliance (e.g., Sarbanes-Oxley).
• Promote a project-driven culture and coach team members on project management best practices.
• Support administrative tasks related to vendor applications and contribute to PMO reporting (KPIs, tickets, etc.).

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 7–10+ experience years in project management, with proven success in large, complex IT projects.
• Energy sector experience mandatory; direct experience with dispatch systems or telemetry solutions highly preferred.
• Technical Understanding: Familiarity with asset connection, scheduling, integration milestones; knowledge of physical power generation operations.
• Experience with DGM or similar platforms (e.g., GE Dispatch, Skanska Dispatch).
• Soft Skills: Proactive, independent, strong ownership mindset; able to work in a fast-paced, hybrid environment.
• Certifications: PMP, Agile, or equivalent preferred.
• Language: Fluent in English; French is a plus.

At Talan, we invest in our employees' well-being and empower them with benefits, including:

• 💸401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• 🌴15 days of paid vacation per year at hire and up to 27 according to seniority (annual untaken vacation days are cashed out)
• 📴8 paid holidays + 5 sick days + 2 personal days per year
• ❤️🩹Company health, dental, and vision insurance plans + FSA
• 🦺Voluntary STD and LTD

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.