Sr Project Manager - IT

Company Information For more than 20 years, AEG has played a pivotal role in transforming sports and live entertainment. Annually, we host more than 160 million guests, promote more than 10,000 shows and present more than 22,000 events around the world. We are committed to innovation, artistry, and community, and leverage the power of our 300+ venues, leading sports franchises, marquee music brands, integrated entertainment districts, premier ticketing platform and global sponsorship activations, to create memorable moments that give the world reason to cheer. Our business is interwoven with the human mind and heart, and we strive to build a diverse and inclusive company that reflects the artists, athletes, and fans that we host; reach beyond traditional boundaries to support the communities in which we operate; and minimize our impact on the environment by adopting sustainable practices throughout our business operations. If you want to be challenged to up your game and make a difference, then join us in giving the world reason to cheer! Job Summary The Sr. Project Manager - IT is responsible for the successful delivery of Global Technology projects and programs. This position will lead, plan, execute, and deliver complex IT projects across the organization. The role requires leadership, technical understanding, and proven project management expertise. The Senior Project Manager will liaison with senior stakeholders and coach and train the project management team. Essential Functions Lead and manage large, complex global or enterprise-wide IT projects, ensuring objectives and project deliverables are accomplished according to plan, stakeholder requirements, and expectations Lead all project-related plans and documentation, while adhering to PMO processes, guidelines, and tools for Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring + Controlling, and Closing projects and communicating to stakeholders Act as a coach and mentor to other project managers and cross-functional team members, promoting and training in best practices in project management across the organization Work closely with project sponsors, stakeholders, and other cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define project scope Utilize appropriate project management methodologies to ensure successful planning and execution Ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and per requirements, and ensure any changes are properly documented and escalated for approval Prepare weekly project/program status reports and distribute to stakeholders and leadership, as applicable Coordinate and facilitate weekly team meetings, preparing agendas, minutes and action items, and ensuring that project activities are kept on track and all tasks progress to completion Present project status in required meetings Present on PMO governance and project execution at PMI Community meetings and other forums Required Qualifications BA/BS Degree (4-year) in Technology or relevant field 4-6 years Experience leading complex IT projects or programs, required Experience leading large-scale, cross-functional projects and programs, required Strong knowledge of enterprise applications, data engineering, infrastructure technologies, and business processes Strong knowledge of various project management methodologies and life cycles + knowing when to utilize them; Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, Kanban, PMI, SDLC Proficient in project management tools; Jira, MS Project Pro Proficient in Microsoft applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint (presentations), PowerBI Ability to operate at a strategic level, ensuring projects align with business priorities and contribute to long-term organizational goals Ability to effectively present ideas and communicate to C-level executives Ability to coach and train project managers and cross-functional teams Ability to present on project management processes and governance in variance forums Self-directed, proactive, and able to work independently Ability to synthesize and simplify complex concepts and requirements to stakeholders and tie back to business objectives Exceptional time management skills with the ability to identify and manage priorities Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and change management skills Excellent critical-thinking and problem-solving skills Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with people of varying roles and seniority Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI PMP certification required Pay Scale: $125,000.00 - $135,000.00 Bonus: This position is eligible for a bonus under the current bonus plan requirements. Full-time: We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, company paid basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, parental leave, 401k Plan (with a current employer match of 3%), flexible spending and health savings account options, and wellness offerings. AEG reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. AEG may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description. AEG's policy is to hire the most qualified applicants, and we comply with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws in making hiring and employee decisions. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, marital status, disability, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status recognized by applicable federal, state or local law. Employer does not offer work visa sponsorship for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aeg-Worldwide