Technical Project Manager

Summary

Join Celerity, a consulting firm specializing in utilities and energy, as a Technical Project Manager (TPM). With over 7 years of experience leading complex projects, you will leverage your expertise in systems implementation and data integration to ensure successful project outcomes. You will act as a key liaison between stakeholders, technical teams, and vendors, managing project scope, timelines, budgets, and quality. This role requires strong project leadership, industry expertise, and technical acumen. The TPM will mentor and manage a team of consultants, fostering a culture of excellence. You will also be responsible for risk and issue management, financial and resource management, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, with a significant focus on the utilities, energy, telecom, or oil & gas industries
• Experience using Agile and Waterfall methodologies in SaaS companies or with system integrators
• Proven track record of leading and delivering on complex international projects, working with existing technology stack (ERP, FSM, GIS, ADMS, CRM, CIS, BI, Datawarehouse, etc.)
• Experience in gathering customer requirements, prioritizing product backlogs, and developing budgets and project schedules
• Skilled in drafting and issuing comprehensive Statements of Work (SoW) to defined project scopes and deliverables
• Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, CSM, CSPO, ITIL, PRINCE, etc.)
• Strong understanding of utility operations, asset management, and regulatory compliance
• Demonstrated experience in team building and leadership, with the ability to inspire and develop talent
• Excellent project management skills, including proficiency in project planning, execution, and risk management
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage clients and stakeholders at all levels
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with clients effectively, collaborate with internal teams, and interact with management
• Ability to travel to client site (domestic and(or) international) as required and defined per project requirements

Responsibilities

• Define & manage project scope, objectives, deliverables and develop project plans, resource requirements, timelines and ensure project milestones are met timely
• Develop detailed project charters, work breakdown structures, and execution plans aligned with client goals and transformation roadmaps
• Manage cross-functional delivery teams including solution architects, developers, analysts, testers, and change managers
• Apply structured methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid) to manage timelines, risk, quality, and dependencies
• Mentor, and manage a team of consultants and specialists, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
• Monitor team performance, provide feedback, manage conflicts and resolve issues
• Define team roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations to ensure clarity and accountability
• Provide ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance team capabilities and knowledge of FSM solutions
• Proactively identify project risks, issues, and change requests; implement mitigation and escalation strategies
• Maintain project health metrics and governance documentation (RAIDs logs, dependency trackers, change control)
• Manage budgets, forecasts, resource allocations, and vendor contracts in collaboration with internal operations
• Ensure project profitability and compliance with client contractual obligations and timelines
• Promote continuous improvement through lessons learned, feedback loops, and project retrospectives
• Ensure project deliverables meet established quality standards, conduct quality audits and reviews, and implement quality improvement processes
• Support change management strategies and plans that maximize employee adoption and usage of required changes
• Facilitate communication and cross-collaboration among stakeholders to ensure a clear understanding of change initiatives and their benefits
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client leadership and stakeholders across IT, business, and operations
• Conduct status reporting, steering committee presentations, and facilitate key decision-making sessions
• Translate business requirements into executable technical plans and ensure alignment between IT and business outcomes

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MBA or Master’s) is preferred
• Consulting background with experience in client-facing roles delivering high-impact programs
• Experience working in consulting environments, managing multiple stakeholders and cross-functional teams

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Insurance (STD/LTD)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Basic Life/AD&D
• 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off
• Company Holidays
• Leave of Absence
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Employee Referral Program
• Professional Development
• Charitable Contribution Match