Technology Project Manager

Make your mark. Plante Moran's technology services team has been awarded Insider Pro and Computerworld's "100 Best Places to Work in IT" for five consecutive years. We are also previous recipients of the InformationWeek IT Excellence award and the CIO 100 award. If you're seeking professional growth, like being innovative and challenged, and have a desire to work on impactful business technology solutions, we want to hear from you!

As a natural leader, your ability to analyze, and provide creative solutions to business and technology problems will contribute to the solution delivery and operational excellence of our Technology Services team of Plante Moran. We are looking for a Project Manager to contribute talent, expertise, and leadership in planning, design, development, and successful launches of technology-based solutions. This position requires knowledge and abilities in information technology, change management, business process engineering, problem-solving, communication, and project management.

The role includes analysis of complete processes to identify and select opportunities to make significant improvements. Additionally, this role contributes to the standards and methodologies for project management and PMO successes.

Your role.

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

• Project/program manage strategic initiatives, to include planning, scheduling, scope management, risk management, issue management, execution, financial management, resource management, communications, and benefits tracking.
• Participate and lead change management activity as needed.
• Assist with sourcing of project resources for strategic initiatives.
• Manage and deliver business process and technology projects in various size, scope, and complexity.
• Ensure appropriate standards (i.e. project methodology, SDLC, solution delivery, and operational norms) are followed, as well as follow and improve standard PMO processes.
• A proven track record in meeting established timelines and expectations.
• Ability to build and manage relationships at various levels across the firm; to gather consensus, to drive alignment, to influence outcomes, and to resolve competing priorities.
• A self-starter who owns the outcomes of work; follows through on commitments; and sees things through to completion.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and project team size, and other responsibilities simultaneously.
• Manage external contracts and vendors when required.

The qualifications.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Finance/Accounting, or related degree required.
• 5-6 years experience and demonstrated success in Project Management required; PMI or similar certification is a plus.
• Effective presentation skills and stakeholder management.
• Change Leadership and experience with business change initiatives is highly desired.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Skilled at working within a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Ability to present ideas and solutions in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
• Experience in working or leading a project management office (PMO) is a plus.

Our difference.

On the surface, we're one of the nation's largest audit, tax, consulting, and wealth management firms. But dig a little deeper, and you'll see what makes us different: we're a relatively jerk-free firm (hey, nobody 's perfect) with a world-class culture, consistent recognition as one of Fortune Magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For," and an endless array of opportunities. At Plante Moran, diversity, equity and inclusion means that all staff members have equitable and fair opportunities to succeed, in an inclusive environment, with their individual, unique identities. So, what are you waiting for?

Apply now. Make your mark.

This is an exempt position, so you may have to work hours that exceed the standard 40-hour work week.

Plante Moran is committed to a diverse workplace. We strive to create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued. We believe that each person's ultimate potential begins with first acknowledging their inherent dignity. When we can recognize - and celebrate - our many human differences, we're able to create a workplace where all staff feel a sense of belonging and an opportunity to succeed. This allows us to attract and retain the best talent, serve clients through diverse thinking, and better represent and support the various communities in which we live and work. Plante Moran is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Plante Moran maintains a drug-free workplace.

Interested applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, with the exception of candidates that are bilingual in Japanese and English. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Plante Moran.

The specific statements above are not intended to be all-inclusive.