Technology degree and/or 6-10 years of experience managing complex projects.
Experience with corporate facilities IT projects, including relocations and new office openings.
Strong documentation and note-taking skills.
Ability to manage stakeholder engagements effectively.
Proficient in project management methodologies, including waterfall.
Experience with Atlassian products like Jira and Confluence is a plus.
Certifications such as CAPM or PMP are advantageous.
Responsibilities
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
Plan and track project status using Jira, including goals and risk assessments.
Motivate team members to meet project deadlines.
Communicate project status to IT leadership and stakeholders.
Advise on risks affecting project timelines.
Coordinate with vendors on project tasks.
Generate regular and ad hoc project reports.
Assist in PMO build-out and uphold Best Practice procedures.
Benefits
Hybrid work schedule based in Atlanta Corporate Office.
Opportunity for professional growth and continuous learning.
Engagement with diverse stakeholders and teams.
Chance to work on complex and impactful projects.
Potential for occasional travel for office installations or moves.
Full Job Description
(Atlanta: Full-time, Hybrid) Must reside in the Atlanta area
This role will manage projects involving office openings, relocations, expansions, consolidations, and renovations, ensuring all IT infrastructure, telecommunications, audiovisual systems, and end-user technology are successfully deployed and operational. The ideal candidate has experience partnering with Facilities, Real Estate, vendors, and business stakeholders to deliver complex workplace technology projects on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
Create and maintain project documentation for major projects including project charters, requirements, change logs, etc.
Plan projects and track status for all assigned projects in Jira, including goals, timeframes, resources, assignments, and risk assessment.
Motivate project participants to complete tasks on time.
Contribute to the team's success by pitching in when able and needed.
Communicate status with IT leadership, primary stakeholders, and task owners.
Advise IT leadership of risks to projects' critical paths.
Manage and coordinate directly with vendor resources when they are involved in project tasks.
Generate reports on a regular and/or ad hoc basis.
Assist in PMO build out and ensuring Best Practice procedures are being upheld to standard.
Facilities & Workplace Technology Experience
The ideal candidate has experience managing IT projects associated with corporate facilities, including:
Office relocations and moves
New office openings and build-outs
Office expansions, consolidations, and renovations
Technology infrastructure planning for physical workspaces
Network, telecommunications, Wi-Fi, and AV deployments
Conference room technology implementations
Coordination with Facilities, Real Estate, architects, contractors, and external vendors
Move planning, cutover activities, and post-move support
Developing project timelines that align with construction and occupancy schedules
Requirements
Technology degree and/or 6-10 years of experience and demonstrated ability to manage complex projects effectively.
This position is based in the firm's Atlanta Corporate Office, and will work a hybrid schedule.
Personal Attributes
Meticulous attention to detail, with excellent skills in documentation and note-taking.
Strong ability to manage formal and informal engagements with stakeholders.
Skilled at navigating project constraints and adapting to evolving circumstances.
Capable of adjusting communication style to suit both technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong time management abilities, ensuring deadlines are met for both internal and external tasks.
Adept at prioritizing assignments based on urgency, while asking the right questions to ensure successful project execution.
Able to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines, maintaining professionalism and seeking support promptly when needed.
Possess a mindset focused on continuous growth and learning.
Dedicated to upholding confidentiality and fostering trust within the team.
Consistently meets deadlines.
Determination to represent proper Project Management Best Practices.
Nice to Have Skills
Experience with process improvement and Business Process Re-engineering is a big plus.
Experience with Training and/or Change Management is a big plus.
Strong understanding of multiple project management methodologies, including traditional waterfall process.
Experience using Atlassian Products (Jira Work Management, Confluence, etc.).
Any marketing experiences is a bonus.
Experience with research and Quality Assurance testing.
Background in legal technology is a plus.
Certifications such as CAPM and PMP are a plus, but not required.
Work Conditions
Occasional availability after business hours
Occasional travel for remote office installs or moves.
Sitting for extended periods of time.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components.
About Fisher & Phillips
Fisher & Phillips is a law firm that specializes in labor and employment law. The firm was founded in 1943 and has grown to become one of the largest labor and employment law firms in the United States. Fisher & Phillips has over 400 attorneys in 33 offices across the country. The firm represents employers in a wide range of industries, including healthcare, hospitality, retail, and manufacturing. Fisher & Phillips is known for its expertise in helping employers navigate complex labor and employment laws and regulations.
