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The Colorado School of Mines Information Technology Solutions (ITS), Project Manager is a PM professional who will be responsible for managing assigned projects in accordance with best practices and the Mines ITS Project Delivery Process. The person in this position provides project leadership and direction, which includes the key duties of project ideation, project scope identification, project plan creation, project organization, project execution, transition to operations, and project status reporting.

The role of a Mines Project Manager goes beyond that of a similar role in other organizations. The Mines PCMO also performs the vital functions of Organizational Change Management. In this challenging role, the Project Manager will incorporate change management principles into all aspects of project delivery.

This position ensures appropriate integration with other projects in the overall ITS portfolio, manages and supports projects from conception to finish, and aids in resource management, overall portfolio and project process development, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Project Manager facilitates coordination between customer expectations, project needs, and resource capacity and is accountable for meeting project objectives, managing the project, and ensuring appropriate communication is occurring regarding progress, status, issues, and metrics. The role is well-suited to people who have a passion for complex technology, providing excellent customer experiences, who possess strong interpersonal and leadership skills, and who enjoy working as part of a team.

The Project Manager possesses strong interpersonal and leadership skills, enjoys working as part of a team, and has the ability to learn, understand and apply new technologies as required to excel in this role.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience in one or more project management methodology (e.g., agile, Waterfall), project management approaches, frameworks, tools, software and or vendor solutions that support phases of the project lifecycle. Examples include: Microsoft Project, Visio, and Project Portfolio Management software like TeamDynamix PPM.
• Demonstrated leadership skills including leading teams, cost and risk management; delegation of tasks, and making decisions under pressure.
• A bachelor's degree in the field of business administration, computer science, or a closely related field of study. Individuals without a related degree may be considered if they demonstrate possession of the same knowledge level found in a degree but have attained advanced knowledge through a combination of work experience and intellectual instruction.
• Knowledge and experience of organizational change management principles, methodologies and tools.
• 5+ years of direct professional work experience in an IT project management capacity, including all aspects of the project management lifecycle, leading complex, cross-functional projects using project and change management best practices. A master's degree in a related field may be substituted for two years of the required work experience.

For the full posting and to apply, please visit: https://mines.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Mines_Careers/details/Project-Manager_JR100296.

About Mines & Golden, CO

When the world looks for answers, the world looks to Mines.

Colorado School of Mines is a top-ranked public university focused on science and engineering – and solving the grand challenges facing our society, particularly those related to the Earth, energy and the environment. Founded in 1874 with specialties in mining and metallurgy, Mines’ scope and mission have continually expanded to meet the needs of industry and society.

Our graduates today are change makers, boundary breakers and problem solvers. And since those early days, a Mines education has been and continues to be a transformational opportunity, with one of the strongest returns on investment out there.

At the same time, our faculty is pushing their fields in new directions, whether that’s manufacturing, space resources, quantum engineering, carbon capture or more. Mines punches above its weight when it comes to research, one of just 147 universities in the U.S. classified as a R1 “Very High Activity” research institution by Carnegie.

And don’t get us started on our hometown. The Mines campus is located in the heart of Golden, Colorado, a western suburb of Denver with a historic downtown, great restaurants and charming small-town ambiance – as well as close proximity to all that Denver and the Rocky Mountains have to offer. That includes the sunny, high-altitude climate and outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities that make Golden and the Denver area an ideal place to live, work and play.

Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world’s problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a diverse and inclusive community, where our different perspectives, experiences and cultures enrich the educational and work experience?

Look to Mines.

Pay Range

Annual Rate: Salary: $98,900 - $110,900

Mines takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s education, training and experience as well as the position’s scope and complexity, the discretion and latitude required in the role, work location, and external market and internal value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.

Total Rewards

Our portfolio of benefits includes medical and dental insurance with premiums fully paid by the institution (no out-of-paycheck expenses for health and dental care!), vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans. Additionally, Mines employees are eligible for tuition benefits for employees and dependents, thirteen paid holidays and generous paid time off and employee discount programs. For more information, visit Mines benefits.

For the full posting and to apply, please visit: https://mines.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Mines_Careers/details/Project-Manager_JR100296.