Remote

Sr IT Project Manager (Open to Remote)

First American
: $86,700 - $144,500 Annual
sick time, 401(k)
United States, Illinois
Nov 21, 2024
Who We AreJoin a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American's family of companies, DataTrace is the nation's largest provider of title and tax data, analytics and title automation for title companies nationwide. Our leading technology allows quick access to title history information, property tax assessment and payment data, document images, and property files in major metropolitan areas across the United States. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list for nine consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com. What We DoThe Project Manager oversees one or more projects on an ongoing and regular basis. Individually, or as part of a team, responsible for project planning and statusing, risk management, and issue resolution. Duties may include: assembling project team, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed, developing schedules to ensure timely completion of project, communicating project status and issues to team and management, acting to reduce risk and resolve issues. Coordinates with other projects and work groups. What You'll Do Independently oversees multiple medium to large scale complex projects. Coordinates project deliverables, plans and status reports. Identifies appropriate resources needed and coordinates schedules to ensure timely completion of project Creates project plans specifying goals, strategy, and staffing, scheduling, identification of risks, contingency plans, budgets, and allocation of available resources. Facilitates status and milestone meetings with cross functional groups. Conducts risk monitoring and controls during a project's duration to ensure ability to achieve expected outcomes, on time and on budget. Works closely with end users, business technologies and others to understand and prioritize business goals and information needs related to the project. Monitors project budgets including project cost estimates and forecasting. Prepares project status reports and keeps team, management and clients informed of project status and related issues. May be required to perform duties outside of normal work hours based on business needs. Knowledge and Skills/Technology Used Knowledge of project management best practices and current technologies to plan and communicate effectively with project team and sponsors Experience with project management methodologies and techniques Experience with applicable business processes sufficient to communicate and consult with team members, customers and management Experience with planning, coordinating, and administering projects in a business and/or technology environment. Experience with risk management Experience with managing multiple projects or large projects Experience with managing project plans and budgets Experience with facilitating meetings Good verbal and written communication skills sufficient to create project plans and other project documentation Knowledge of communication, statusing, and Project Management tools to create project documents and reports What You'll Bring Generally requires BS Degree in a business field or equivalent work experience. Typically have 4-7 years of directly related experience PMP Desirable CSM (Certified Scrum Master) Preferred Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Certification preferred Pay Range: $86,700 - $144,500 Annually This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location. What We OfferBy choice, we don't simply accept individuality - we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it's the right thing to do, but also because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.