An electric utility client is looking for an IT Business Manager who will support day-to-day activities related to a technology implementation representing the IT project team for this high visibility effort with a lot of regulatory and operational oversight
Location: Rosemead, CA 91770 (Hybrid)
Position: IT Business Manager
Pay Rate: $53/hr. on W2
Duration: 18 months or longer
Schedule: M-F,8 am - 5 pm Pacific Time, some days may require starting at 7 AM of ending at 6 PM
***Hybrid, In office Wed reporting to GO2 location (Rosemead) and Thurs reporting to PIV location (1 innovation way Pomona)***
SCOPE OF PROJECT:
IT and Business analyst combined.
TEAM STRUCTURE:
15-person team interfacing with 4 others.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support day-to-day activities related to a technology implementation representing the IT project team for this high visibility effort with a lot of regulatory and operational oversight
Facilitate communication and coordination between IT, business units, and other project stakeholders for a variety of activities including goals, timelines, meetings (sponsor, working, alignment, etc.), weekly status updates (Risks, Actions, Issues, Decisions), and other team ceremonies
Provide Sr. Project Manager continuous feedback and recommendations based on project observation and needs
Assist the Sr Project Manager in compliance and IT portfolio discussions
Work with dedicated Scum Master, Sr. IT Project Manager, OCM, and Training on technology implementation activities
Deliverables include a revised Integrated Product Delivery Plan (Strategic view working with Sr. Project Manager, Detailed working view provided by dedicated Scrum Master), Detailed Status Reports, and Strategic Roadmap Updates (working with Sr. Project Manager and Portfolio Planner).
Support our business partners and other project stakeholders on activities or tasks where there is joint ownership or collaboration required.
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Management, Engineering, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
1-5 years a more seasoned person would be ideal.
Need to be business and IT knowledgeable.
Need to understand business operations.
Ability to speak low-level details and high-level summaries.
This is a cross-functional position the candidate should have the ability to facilitate communication and coordination between IT, and business units.
Project Management with very strong communication and facilitation skills that can work cross-functionally with field resources, back office support, development team, sponsors, and leadership.
Proficient in Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, and Excel.
DESIRED SKILLS:
Utility experience is helpful but not mandatory.
Ability to track project action items, tasks, or other activities across multiple categories under this implementation project
Ability to break down complex details and dynamics into easy-to-read, executive-level summaries or visuals.
Ability to handle working with very different personalities and skills given this cross-functional project requires business, technical, regulatory, and financial knowledge and acumen.
About our client:
Our client is one of the largest electric utilities and a longtime leader in renewable energy and energy efficiency in the United States providing electricity for much of Southern California.
About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!