Level 3 Communications, Inc

Principal, IT Project Management

Level 3 Communications, Inc$133K — $247K *
Information Technology
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree with 12+ years of relevant experience or Graduate Degree with 10+ years, or 16+ years without a degree.
  • Strong familiarity with PMI's Project Management Methodology and Agile/Scrum frameworks.
  • Certifications in Project Management (PMP preferred) are highly sought after.
  • Experience with project management software, preferably Microsoft Project.
  • Proven experience with ERP systems like SAP or Costpoint.

Responsibilities

  • Develop comprehensive project plans and timelines for clear communication of expectations.
  • Manage applications and ERP projects, providing subject matter expertise.
  • Deliver regular status reports, proposals, and documentation to stakeholders.
  • Identify changes in project scope and develop contingency plans to mitigate risks.
  • Oversee vendor management, including crafting Statements of Work.
  • Facilitate the Portfolio Management process for project prioritization and resource allocation.
  • Encourage and mentor project teams, promoting accountability and proactive engagement.

Benefits

  • Health and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) match and flexible spending accounts.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and education assistance.
  • Parental leave and paid time off.
  • Company-paid holidays.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Principal, IT Project Management

Job ID: 43884

Job Location: (On Site) Melbourne, FL; Rochester, NY; Greenville, TX; Waco, TX; Rockwall, TX; or Salt Lake City, UT

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

As the IT Project Manager, you will be expected to have the leadership and project management skills required to lead medium to large scale applications and ERP projects consisting of IT and functional business area resources located around the world. Ability to direct, inspire, and guide teams to successful execution. Lead with courage, confidence, passion, and commitment. Exhibit Entrepreneurial leadership skills. You will also be expected to understand and apply basic processes and methods used with an IT organization to support the project management methodology lifecycle.

As the IT Project Manager your role is to plan, execute, and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and budgets in a matrix environment. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. You will also define the project's tasks and oversee quality control throughout the project life cycle.

Essential Functions:
  • Develop full-scale project plans, timelines and associated communications documents to effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion
  • Provide subject matter experience in managing applications and ERP projects
  • Develop and deliver status reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations
  • Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans
  • Initiate and oversee all aspects of vendor management including the development of the Statement of Work and all aspects of communications and delivery
  • Help facilitate Portfolio Management process working with management and business to understand project priority, resourcing, and planning
  • Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
  • Coach, mentor, motivate and encourage project team members and contractors and influence them to take proactive action and accountability for their assigned work


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.


Preferred Additional Skills:
  • Familiarity with PMI's Project Management Methodology, Software Development Lifecycle, and Agile/Scrum Framework.
  • Certifications in Project Management strongly desired (PMP) strongly preferred
  • Strong familiarity with project management software, such as Microsoft Project.
  • Experience with ERPs (e.g., SAP, Costpoint)
  • PM experience in testing processes to include use-case creation and tracking results
  • Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines
  • Build, develop, and foster any business relationships vital to the success of the project
  • Develop best practices, tools, and templates for project execution and management
  • Bachelor's degree in the field of MIS, CIS, or related field


In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $153,000-$284,000. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, and Vermont is $133,000-$247,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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