Project Manager II

Project Manager IIINIT Innovations in Transportation, Inc. is an established industry leader of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) for Public Transit. As an international organization that develops advanced Fleet Management and Fare Collection Systems, INITs complex technology solutions involve a wide range of high-tech soft- and hardware and third-party integrations. INITs German-engineered products enabling passengers to conveniently ride Public Transit have been deployed on more than 100,000 vehicles, wayside, and platforms worldwide.With our successes and continued growth, we are looking for a highly motivated, customer-centric Project Manager to join our Project Management Team to help manage and deliver projects in our North America region. As a Project Manager II, you will play a pivotal role in managing high-profile, complex projects that positively impact the INIT organization and our customers.This position is available in either our office in Seattle, WA or Chesapeake, VA and reports to the Director of Project Management.Key responsibilities include:Manage and successfully close complex, multi-disciplinary transit technology projects with globally dispersed teams and business organizationsUtilize your extensive project management experience to ensure projects are delivered against scope, budget, schedule, and quality objectivesSuccessfully develop work breakdown structures to build and routinely maintain and publish detailed project schedules and forecast reporting using modern schedule software toolsDefine and develop a written project management, change management, cost management, and risk management plans and maintain with the customer throughout the project lifecyclePossess a commanding understanding of the contractual scope including commercial terms and technical requirementsProvide effective and detailed routine weekly, monthly, and quarterly progress and risk reports to all affected stakeholdersLeadership responsibilities include:Establish and maintain robust working relationships with a diverse array of stakeholdersCommunicate and influence effectively with senior leadership, technical and cross-discipline stakeholders, partners, and customersMotivate, mentor, and manage geographically dispersed project teams to establish and maintain a sense of unity, ownership, and teamwork to ensure alignment with INIT values and the projects strategic goalsFacilitate and lead influential and effective communication with senior leadership, business units, partner organizations, project teams, technical and cross-discipline stakeholders, and customersCritical thinking, collaboration, and innovative problem solving with the capacity to make decisions and motivate team to deliver timely performance necessary for the success of the project and organizationManage suppliers and partners from selection, contract negotiations and execution, scope and performance management, and budgetTravel requirements include:Some domestic travel is required to customer sites and the INIT North America office in Chesapeake, VA to support emerging demands of a project, needs of project teams and customers, and organizational eventsSome international travel is required including to our offices in Germany to facilitate the communication and delivery of the project and develop inter-department or organizational initiativesRequired qualifications include:Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent related fieldMinimum seven years of work experience of which five years include managing progressively more complex intelligent information systems and IT projects in applications, infrastructure, and integrationIndependent, driven self-starter able to thrive in a challenging, demanding and rapidly changing environment without direct supervisionDemonstrated project management skills against the project management knowledge areas proven in all phases of the project lifecycleSuccessful history of managing multiple, simultaneous projects while adhering to critical milestones in a documented, organized, and repeatable mannerExperience deploying large complex systems with a demonstrated ability to manage large technical projects in a team environmentExperience in project management lifecycles and advanced working knowledge of corresponding tools such as issue tracking, configuration management, requirements management, and project management systemsExceptional communication, relational, and interpersonal communication and interaction abilities to build robust, collaborative, and effective professional relationshipsEffective skill in moderating communication based on the needs of stakeholders in written and verbal mediums for both technical and non-technical audiences, from individual project contributors, business units, and senior leadership to customers and end-usersPreferred qualifications include:Project Management Professional (PMP) certificationHobbyist and tinkering aptitudeTrack record in continuous improvement and standard operating proceduresExperience working in transit industry or adjacent fieldExperience in cybersecurity and IT securityExperience working with Cloud technologies and platformsTwo or more years of experience in contract managementEquivalent education and experience may substitute for minimum qualificationsCompensation:The annual salary range for this position is $90,000 -$115,000, based on job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and location.Benefits:We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including:Competitive paid time off, starting with 15 days of vacation, increasing with tenure, plus 11 paid holidays, a personal day, and a community service day6 paid sick days annuallyPaid parental leave100% employer-paid health and dental insurance for employees, with generous dependent coverage contributions401(k) with company match (currently dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of salary)Company-paid life insurance, plus short-term and long-term disability insuranceFlexible Spending Accounts (medical, dependent care, and limited FSA options) with employer contributions for eligible medical plansAnnual benefit allowance for optional employee benefitsContinuing education assistance and support for professional developmentOptional benefits include accident insurance, legal services, identity theft protection, adoption assistance, education assistance, and student loan repayment assistanceWhy INIT?The knowledge, eagerness, and commitment that our employees contribute are the basis for INIT's success. Together we are an outstanding team enjoying competitive and challenging work. At INIT, you are encouraged to be creative and collaborative, think critically to identify solutions and encouraged to implement your own ideas. An individual's sense of ownership compliments the positive experience of our teams and the overall joy of success. INIT honors excellent performance by offering a share in the company's success.The corporate culture at INIT encourages?every employee to act responsibly, demonstrate integrity and fairness, and treat everyone with respect. The underlying principles are specified in our ethical guidelines, and provide the basis for our business and social activities.At INIT, we are convinced that personal development and success are the result of having the space and autonomy to implement ideas and take responsibility. We create opportunities for employees to be challenged and grow with their accomplishments. At the same time, we offer flexible working hours and many additional benefits.INIT strongly promotes and work-life balance that ensures the health and success of our employees both in the office and at home. Our way of communicating with each other is shaped by a friendly and informal tone, and by professional exchange.INIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer