Epic PM

****What this Job Entails:****  The Project & Program Management IV role is responsible for planning and coordinating all aspects of internal information, system-specific projects from initiation to delivery. Projects often involve network, server, or software implementation and upgrades, and PC deployment. The role coordinates work performed by IT staff and internal customers/partners by defining project requirements, performing feasibility and needs/impact assessments. The role develops detailed project plans and manages all implementation processes including resource allocation, progress tracking, monitoring change control process, testing, documentation, training and on-time delivery within budget constraints. Projects may vary in number, size and complexity.  ****Scope:****  * Uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways * Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors ****Your Roles and Responsibilities:**** * Manage multiple, complex, cross-functional and technical projects.  * Partner with functional teams during initiation, plan, design, procurement, deployment, and post deployment phases.  * Responsible for managing/tracking program milestones, timeline, and overall deliverables.  * Lead creation and maintenance of comprehensive project documentation including schedules, reviews, process documents, risk analysis, etc.  * Take a leadership role in defining project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.  * Participate in driving project lifecycle milestones from concept commit through project closure and advocate change management.  * Use metrics and KPIs to measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, and provide regular status updates.  * Responsible for internal process improvements; remove gaps, across multiple teams and functions.  * Ensure risks are accounted for and provide risk mitigation strategies.  * Primary project point of contact for vendor partners and internal stakeholders.  * Coordinate and manage regularly scheduled meetings with core teams.  * Evaluate post project results against metrics; recommend or implement changes to improve delivery practices/processes.  * Other duties as required. This list is not meant to be a comprehensive inventory of all responsibilities assigned to this position. ****Required Qualifications/Skills:**** Determines methods and procedures on new assignments and may coordinate activities of other personnel * **B**achelor’s degree (B.S/B.A) from four-college or university and 8+ years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience  * 3+ years of Utility/energy domain experience (smart grid, AMI, SCADA systems) supporting electric, gas, and/or water utilities. * Experience working with project management teams, resolving conflict, and meeting schedule timelines * Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, documentation) * Ability to work on multiple projects and assignments concurrently * Self-starter who is able to quickly learn new tools and gain familiarity with new processes and technologies with minimal assistance * In-depth experience creating spreadsheets, presentation material, and project/process documentation * Strong observational and analytical skills, including: ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate significant amounts of information, strong attention to detail and accuracy, ability to track and report metrics, and manage risks * Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders and communicate project updates to client executives.  * Various certifications * Change management knowledge  * Familiarity with various project management methodologies  ****Physical Demand & Work Environment:**** * Must have the ability to perform office-related tasks which may include prolonged sitting or standing * Must have the ability to move from place to place within an office environment * Must be able to use a computer * Must have the ability to communicate effectively  * Some positions may require occasional repetitive motion or movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers **Astreya offers comprehensive benefits to all Regular, Full-Time Employees,** **including:** * Medical provided through UHC (PPO, HSA, Surest options) / Medical provided through Kaiser (HMO option only) for California employees only * Dental provided through UHC * Nationwide Vision provided by UHC * Flexible Spending Account for Health & Dependent Care * Pre-Tax Account for Commuter Benefit/Parking & Transit (location-specific) * Continuing Education and Professional Development via various integrated platforms, e.g. Udemy and Coursera * Corporate Wellness Program provided by Goomi Group * Employee Assistance Program * Wellness Days401k Plan * Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance * Short Term & Long Term Disability * Critical Illness, Critical Hospital, and Voluntary Accident Insurance * Tuition Reimbursement (available 6 months after start date, capped) * Paid Time Off (accrued and prorated, maximum of 120 hours annually) * Paid Holidays * Any other statutory leaves, paid time, or other ancillary benefits required under state and federal law