Information Technology Project Manager

This is an exciting opportunity to work for one of the top law firms in the U.S.! Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is looking for an Information Technology Project Manager to join our team in our Seattle, Portland, Anchorage, San Francisco, or Los Angeles offices. This position offers the flexibility to be fully remote while working within reasonable commuting distance from any of our offices. The IT Project Manager’s primary role is to effectively oversee and coordinate all aspects of projects, both internal and external to the IT department. Types of projects may include new software deployments, platform enhancements/upgrades, service/equipment retirements, process improvement exercises, custom application development, physical office modifications, data analysis, and others. DWT’s Enterprise Project Management Office works across legal practice groups and industry teams, core business teams, office administration, knowledge management, practice support, the security office, and others. Experience with IT project management in a legal environment is preferred. Adeptness at strategic thinking, tactical execution, and relationship-centric leadership are essential to success. At Davis Wright Tremaine, you will find challenging assignments, opportunities for professional growth and community involvement, and a culture of inclusion. DWT fosters inclusiveness and authenticity. Regardless of position, everyone here has a voice and the support is unparalleled. On a typical day you will: Project Planning and Initiation Collaborate with stakeholdersacross legal teams, business groups, and ITto define project scope, goals/requirements, deliverables,andsuccess criteria. Develop comprehensive project plans, includingcharters,timelines,budget,and staffing. Conductbusiness analysisandfeasibility studies/proofs ofconcepttoidentifyand overcomepotential project obstacles. Coordinate withsecurity,legal,technical,and businessteams to ensure compliance with industry regulationsandstandards. Project Team Leadership and Stakeholder Communication Serve as the primary point of contact for project-related inquiries and updates; ensure transparency and open communication channels throughout the project lifecycle. Take a relationship-centric approach to leadingcross-functional teamscomprisinglegal, IT, andprofessionalsupport staff. Delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively, ensuring clear understanding of roles, next steps, and dependencies. Motivate and inspire team members to meet project milestonesanddeliverablesas well astimelineand budget targets. Proactively communicate project statuson milestones and deliverables via routineprogress reportsand EPMO reporting tools(Skyview, EPMO website, reports, etc.) Conduct regular team meetings with stakeholders (inside and outside our department) to track progress, address issues, communicate updates,manage expectations,andmaintainteam focus on the projectobjectives. Ensure clear expectations around operationalization and ownership at project conclusion. Maintainand archiveproject documentation and artifacts throughout the project lifecycle. Resource Allocation and Budgeting Allocatepersonnelresources efficientlyand witha mindfulness of competing prioritiesand workloads. Monitor project expenditures and adjust plans tomaintainfinancial targets. Implement cost-saving measuresand/orproject team adjustmentswithout compromising project quality or timelines. Risk Management and Issue Resolution Identifypotential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact. Monitor project activities for deviations from the plan and implement corrective actions;address conflicts and issues promptly, seeking resolution through collaborationand relationship-driven leadership. Escalate criticalissuesor roadblocks to senior management fortimelyintervention. Quality Assurance and Deliverable Management Establish quality standards and performance metrics for project deliverables. Implement testing and validation processes to verify system functionality; coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) and gather feedback for improvements. Document and track project changes, updates, and version control. Ensure compliance withcontractual and securityrequirements. Technology Implementation and Integration Oversee the deployment of legal softwareplatforms/updates, and development ofnew solutions. Collaborate with IT teams to integrate new systems with existing workflows. Coordinate and conduct user training sessions to familiarize staff withnew technologies. Monitor system performance andhelptroubleshoot technical issues as they arise. Prepare Help Deskdocumentation/knowledge base articles (if applicable). Continuous Improvement and Innovation Conduct post-project reviews to evaluate outcomes and identify areas for improvement. Documentdecisions made,lessons learned,and best practices for future projects. Promote a culture of innovation, encouraging team members to suggest ideas. Lead process improvement efforts and exercises for legal and business teams. Assistthe EPMO team with maintenance oftemplatesand toolsto keepourrepositoryup to dateand best in class. Join us if you have: Bachelordegreestronglypreferred. 2+ years of IT Project Management experiencestronglypreferred. PMP,CAPM,Scrum Master,CompTIA Project+, or Product/Program Management Certification preferred. High levelproficiencywithMicrosoftTeams, SharePoint, Forms, PowerPoint, and Visio (or other process mappingtools) isrequired.Experience with MS FlowandPowerBIare desired. Experience planning and executing projects with teammates across U.S.time zones. Thrive in a fully remote position (but be available to visit the Seattle office when the need arises). Full-time availability duringfirm business hours (8:30AM-5PM Pacific or Mountain time)isrequired. Previousexperience in a law firm or professional services organization, supporting a multi-office environmentis strongly preferred. Who We Are Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is an AmLaw 100 law firm with 9 offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client’s and each lawyer’s work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them. What’s in it For You? DWT offers competitive compensation in addition to ample benefits including but not limited to: Choice of health and vision insurance plans 2 paid volunteer days for qualifying community service work Dental plan Fertility and adoption benefit Paid sabbatical after 13 years of service Tuition reimbursement Commuter benefits Retirement contribution This job description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. Washington State The annualized salary range for this position in Washington is $129,000 to $143,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, 11 paid holidays each year and an employee assistance program. For full-time employees, the initial vacation benefit is 15 days per year and 11 days of sick leave per year, accrued bi-weekly. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available. California The annualized salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $125,000 to $140,000; and in San Francisco is $150,000 to $168,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs are also available. Davis Wright Tremaine LLP fosters a culture where all talented individuals—including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession—can have, and can see, paths to success. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sits on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement. Learn more about the firm’s commitment to DEI here: Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr ISACA