Husch Blackwell

Project Manager, Technology Operations

Husch Blackwell • $160K — $190K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years in project or program management focused on IT infrastructure or technology operations.
  • Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, systems architecture, and cloud technologies (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).
  • Working knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid).
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • PMP, CAPM, or other project management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead technology operations projects from initiation to closure, including planning and execution.
  • Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines with IT stakeholders.
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver project outcomes across various IT domains.
  • Identify project risks and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.
  • Prepare and deliver status reports and executive updates to leadership.
  • Facilitate project meetings, including kickoffs and retrospectives.

Benefits

  • Health care coverage.
  • Retirement benefits.
  • Paid time off, including sick and vacation days.
  • Parental leave.
  • Basic life insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Discretionary, performance-based bonuses.
Full Job Description
Based in any US office, the Project Manager, Technology Operations will play a key role in planning, coordinating, and delivering projects across the firm's global Information Systems (IT) organization. You will be responsible for managing the full project lifecycle - from scoping and planning through execution, testing, and rollout - for initiatives spanning infrastructure, cloud operations, networks, service delivery, and other technology operations functions. This role demands strong project management discipline, technical fluency across IT operations domains, and the ability to coordinate effectively across cross-functional and geographically distributed teams. This role reports to the Chief Information Officer. Responsibilities include: • Lead technology operations projects from initiation to closure, including planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting. • Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines in coordination with stakeholders across Information Systems (IT). • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and track progress against milestones. • Coordinate cross-functional teams across infrastructure, network, cloud operations, service desk, and security to deliver project outcomes. • Identify project risks and issues and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track. • Prepare and deliver clear status reports, dashboards, and executive updates to IS leadership and other key stakeholders. • Facilitate project meetings, including kickoffs, status updates, steering committees, and retrospectives. • Support Change Management activities, including documentation, communications, and training for affected teams and end users. • Coordinate testing, validation, and go-live/cutover activities for infrastructure and operations changes. • Maintain project documentation, including charters, requirements, risk logs, and lessons-learned reports. • Partner with the IT Operations leaders to prioritize and sequence the technology operations project portfolio. • Track project budgets and forecasts, flagging variances and recommending corrective action. • Ensure projects are delivered in compliance with firm policies, security standards, and relevant regulatory requirements. • Build and maintain strong working relationships with technology operations teams, business stakeholders, and outside vendors. • Support other IS projects and initiatives as needed. • Adhere to all firm policies and processes. Qualifications: • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously. • Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, systems architecture, and cloud technologies, including Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform. • Working knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches) and supporting tools. Experience: • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field. • Minimum of 5 years of experience in project or program management, with a focus on IT infrastructure or technology operations. • Prior experience in a professional service, legal, or other environment with stringent compliance requirements is a plus. • PMP, CAPM, or other project management certification preferred. The annual compensation range for this position is $160,000 - 190,000. The salary offered within this range will depend upon qualifications and other operational considerations. Benefits offered for this position include health care; retirement benefits; paid days off, including sick time, and vacation time; parental leave; basic life insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; as well as discretionary, performance-based bonuses. #LI-DNI For technical difficulties with our online application, please contact us at . Our recruiting support team will respond as soon as possible.

About Husch Blackwell

Husch Blackwell is a full-service litigation and business law firm with attorneys across the United States. The firm represents national and global leaders in major industries that include agribusiness, food and beverage, energy, financial services, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, real estate, and technology. Husch Blackwell has a strong reputation for providing exceptional client service and has been recognized for its commitment to diversity and inclusion. The firm has also been recognized for its pro bono work and community involvement.
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