IT Project Manager II

Project Manager IIAs a Project Manager II within Information Technology, you'll interact with internal and external stakeholders to successfully complete projects that create value for our customers and drive NFI's strategy forward. This role serves as an ambassador for established project management methodologies and tools, and facilitates professional development of cross-functional resources.ResponsibilitiesManages and oversees the planning and implementation of multiple, concurrent projects of varying scope and complexity.Assumes overall project ownership throughout the entire project management lifecycle, from project charter through to post-go-live support.Leads cross-functional teams through all project phases, effectively managing technical and non-technical resources without a direct line of report.Works closely with stakeholders, sponsors, subject matter experts, and vendors to define the project scope, building consensus with strong interpersonal and presentation skills.Creates and maintains thorough project plans and artifacts that define major milestones, tasks, resources, risks, and impact.Participates in project health checks and go-live readiness checksParticipates in the development and maintenance of standardized project management policies, procedures, practices, and templates.Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement, better practices, and integrating of new technologies and methodologies into our environment.Participates in the design, development and delivery of formal and informal training/coaching of IT resources performing project management on standard project management methodology and other skills required to successfully manage a project; conducts surveys to measure and quantify the improvements made as a result.Performs other duties and responsibilities as required by the role and determined by management.QualificationsBA/BS degree strongly preferred, will consider comparable work experience4-6 years of relevant experience is preferred.Rarely makes the same mistake twice; learns from failure.Begins to focus on attaining expertise in one or more areas of their role.Learns quickly and makes steady progress without the need for constant significant feedback from more senior team members.Proficiency in Microsoft Project (preferred)We are excited to share that the base salary range for this position is $96,463.38 - $128,617.84. This position is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, targeted at 3%. NFI takes into consideration applicants' qualifications, experience, education, and geographic location when determining a starting rate of pay.Employees are also eligible for a robust benefit program, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Paid Parental Leave, among other benefit plan options.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)LA County Applicants: The Company will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.Profit CenterPC-1010