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REACH YOUR POTENTIAL | COLLABORATE WITH AMAZING PEOPLE | MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN

Do you have the skills, passion, and commitment to transform our clients for the better? Are you ready to be a changemaker? If so, join us.

North Highland is the world’s leading change and transformation consultancy. Simply put, we make change happen like no one else. And we’re on the hunt for a new Project Manager.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN

Supporting IT and process transformations for our utility’s clients. 

YOU WILL: 

• Owns and develops program/project plans, scope, schedule, and budget with accountability towards the deliverables. 

• Owns and maintains the reporting on project or program status. 

• Owns and manages the budget tracking and reporting process, including forecasting and variance analysis. 

• Creates, assess, and implements risk mitigation plans to resolve negative impact to the project/program. 

• Responsible for the delivery of project/program at quality with limited bugs, issues and unresolved tickets that may impact KPIs that include cost, timeframe, and user experience. 

• Responsible for maintaining the accuracy of the program backlog that reflects product prioritization. 

• Identifies project/program dependencies across teams and facilitates and builds consensus to ensure minimal risk to delivery. 

• Responsible for removing barriers and dependencies that may affect timely delivery. 

• Ensures teams have tools and resources needed to perform work effectively and communicates any resource needs. 

IDEALLY, WE’D LIKE:

• Bachelor’s degree or master’s (preferred) or equivalent experience. 

• 7+ years of Project Management experience; self-motivated, with a high sense of accountability, urgency, and drive. 

• Formal training in project or portfolio management methodologies and/or certifications.

• Experience running and executing multi-million-dollar budgets(>5M) across multiple technology platforms and business areas with Private or Public Utility companies.

• Outstanding collaboration, listening, written and verbal communication skills, including an ability to clearly connect with business stakeholders, and Technology teams. 

• Excellent facilitation skills. 

• Ability to deal with ambiguity and work in a dynamic, results-oriented environment. 

• Strong problem-solving skills and a demonstrated proficiency with technical programs/projects. 

• Solid experience in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Confluence (or similar tools). 

TRANSFORMING CLIENTS. TRANSFORMING CAREERS.

Success—for both our clients and our colleagues—is all about putting people first and doing great things together. We believe that when we work as one team, we can take action today to build lasting capability for tomorrow.

We strive to have the most enviable culture on the planet, inspiring people to reach their full potential. Here’s how we make it happen:

Intentional, flexible growth.  We never want you to settle. Leading your own growth and transformation is your prerogative—one which we’ll help you nurture and develop every step of the way. We’ll inspire you to learn, teach, and ultimately carve your own path. That means you grow, we grow, and so do our clients.

People-first, and then some.  It goes without saying that people come first, but what comes next? Our people are always at the heart; your wellbeing and success is built on a collective understanding that every one of us can be a coach, a friend, and a fantastic listener—regardless of job title. We think of it as a celebration of individuality, difference, and diversity.

Make your own change happen.  With us, your curiosity and creativity know no bounds. The reins are off. All we ask is that you have the courage to transform yourself and those around you—colleagues and clients alike. If you’ve got the drive to become a changemaker, we’ll do the rest.

Enviable Total Rewards.  We inspire our employees to do their best work. North Highland’s Total Rewards Program encompasses PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, STD/LTD, Life Insurance, FSA/HSA, 401(k), and a variety of other perks like a dedicated Health Advocate, commuter benefits, and legal assistance.

READY TO MAKE CHANGE HAPPEN?

North Highland makes change happen, helping businesses transform by placing people at the heart of every decision. It’s how lasting progress is made. With our blend of workforce, customer, and operational expertise, we’re recognized as the world’s leading transformation consultancy. We break new ground today, so tomorrow is easier to navigate.

Founded in 1992, North Highland is regularly named one of the best places to work. We are a proud member of Cordence Worldwide, a global network of truly connected consultancy firms with the ability to think and deliver together.

This means North Highland has more than 3,500 experts in 50+ offices around the globe on hand to partner with you.

Please note that applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position.

North Highland is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. North Highland

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