Position Overview:
This position will provide comprehensive IT program management support to the
Power and Energy business unit in the Proterra organization. In this position,
you will report to the Director, IT PMO. Proterra is seeking an experienced IT
Program Manager to lead the planning and execution of strategic projects. In
this position, you will also be a central part of the PMO organization,
driving continual improvement for our processes.
About the Role – You will:
Work with stakeholders in forming the project team and schedule for
executing the business
Ensure and balance the availability of the required skills and
competencies across project teams within the program.
Review vendor proposals, lead or participate in contract negotiations and
be integral in managing vendor relations specific to projects in the
program.
Track projects within the program for schedule, budget and
Manage and maintain program and project status reports for executive
Lead regular interactions with the executive sponsor and stakeholders to
inform, alert, negotiate and maintain a continuing good relationship and
shared vision for the program outcome.
Partner with the business unit team to communicate program goals,
objectives and potential
Follows appropriate governance functions for the program, in accordance
with enterprise policies and practices, on behalf of the executive sponsor
or senior responsible owner.
Contributes to improving PMO processes, templates, and overall maturity of
Other duties as assigned by
About Our Group:
As strategic partners, the Information Technology team strives to ensure
that our values, culture and engagement always allow us to do great things
for our company.
We strive to provide the highest-level service and support to our clients
We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our clients,
partners, and own
We treat each other with respect……and always try to have a little fun
every day!
About You:
Self-starter able to drive towards goals and manage time effectively
Strong project/program management skills
Highly organized and attentive to details
Analytical and the ability to think on the fly
Strong skills in interpersonal, verbal, and written communication
Able to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment
Inspires others to perform at their best
Excellent English communication Your Experience Includes:
Bachelor's Degree required, degree in Engineering or Computer Science a
Five (5) plus years demonstrated evidence of successfully managing
multiple projects in
Five (5) plus years supervision of external consultants, and expert
vendor management
Excellent analytical, strategic planning, and execution
Experience presenting to Executive
Ability to develop project plans and deliver them within financial and
resource constraints
Solid organizational skills and detail oriented
Manufacturing experience a plus.
Location: Greer, SC
Travel: 0 - 25%
Proterra is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, providing equal
employment opportunities to all Employees and applicants for employment
without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability, age, genetic information,
veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions,
including, but not limited to, lactation or any other characteristic protected
by applicable federal, state, or local law or ordinance. Proterra participates
in the Electronic Employment Verification Program (E-Verify).
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against
employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or
disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However,
employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees
or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the
pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have
access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response
to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation,
proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the
employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish
information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
