IT Project Manager

IT Project Manager - DFW

Does the thought of joining one of the fastest-growing, privately held data center companies sound exciting to you? Do you enjoy collaborating with team members to drive and operate some of the industry’s leading and most innovative infrastructure solutions?

At Aligned Data Centers, not only do we celebrate success across our platform, we celebrate the very teams that drive and support that success! Our culture is founded in passion, engineered from innovation, and driven by the pursuit of operational excellence. We are a company dedicated to driving positive change in the industry through continuous data center innovation, diversity and inclusion, and corporate sustainability.  

We realize not only is providing a comprehensive benefits package important, but we also provide a generous 401k match with immediate vesting, free membership to Gympass which provides our employees a rich health and wellness benefit and competitive time off plan.  Giving back and having fun is important to our team whether it be serving our communities or employee and customer events. Our Aligned DNA is what makes us unique and successful!    

As part of our exciting growth, we are currently searching for an

IT Project Manager.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Creates detailed project plans to be shared with team members and stakeholders 

• Planning out the blueprints for projects, including defining the scope, allocating resources, setting deadlines, laying out communication strategies, and indicating tests and maintenance. 

• Delivering completed IT services to the organization and performing regular checks on the services' performance with stakeholders. 

• Manages an Agile project management approach for both sprints and Kanban techniques 

• Manages changes to the scope, schedule, and budget using appropriate techniques 

• Completes projects by coordinating resource availability and workload 

• Delegates project tasks based on team members’ strengths, skill sets, and experience 

• Tracks project performance 

• Identifies, assesses, and manages project risk, escalating as appropriate 

• Ensures appropriate levels of project documentation throughout the project lifecycle 

• Determines and documents user requirements and objectives for businesses processes in coordination with stakeholders and Aligned leadership 

• Defines project milestones, phases, and elements and manages project budgets 

• Monitors project progress and keep stakeholders updated on project progress 

• Prepares reports for executive management about project status  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, preference for business or computer science discipline 

• Background in fast paced, high growth technology industry strongly preferred 

• 3+ years’ experience managing IT projects 

• 3+ years’ experience managing Financial Services projects 

• Experience managing complex engagements 

• Change management skills/experience 

• Ability to manage multiple projects 

• 3rd party vendor management skills 

• PMP or CSM certification preferred 

COMPETENCIES: 

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. 

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures. 

• Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results 

• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. 

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. 

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. 

• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention. 

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. 

• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. 

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. 

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. 

• Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities. 

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. 

• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions. 

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. 

• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Frequently required to stand 

• Occasionally required to walk 

• Frequently required to sit 

• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity