IT Project Manager

ATC

. Lead technology initiatives from project initiation through implementation and closeout .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timePewaukee • Wisconsin • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $119,500 - $139,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex technology projects through all phases, including planning, execution, and closeout, while effectively managing scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in project and portfolio management methodologies, with strong communication skills to build consensus and drive decisions across organizational levels.

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Project ManagementStakeholder ManagementPMP CertificationMicrosoft ProjectTechnology Portfolio Management

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningRisk ManagementBudget ForecastingResource PlanningScenario AnalysisQuality ManagementCross-Functional Team CoordinationAgile MethodologyHybrid Project DeliveryStage Gate Governance

Soft Skills

CommunicationConsensus BuildingInfluencing Without AuthorityTrust BuildingContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeMicrosoft PlannerMicrosoft Project ServerSharePointMicrosoft TeamsPower BIVisioProject Management ToolsPortfolio Management Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Utility IndustryEnergy SectorEngineeringInfrastructureRegulated Industry

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead technology initiatives from project initiation through implementation and closeout
Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, forecasts, risk registers, issue logs, and status reporting
Facilitate requirements gathering, design discussions, testing activities, project meetings, and steering committees
Coordinate business stakeholders, technology teams, vendors, and contracted resources to achieve defined outcomes
Support planning and maintenance of ATC's portfolio of technology projects, programs, releases, and operational initiatives
Assist with project intake, classification, prioritization, scheduling, resource planning, and lifecycle monitoring
Identify dependencies, resource constraints, critical-path issues, and portfolio risks
Perform scenario analysis to evaluate changing priorities, capacity, work assignments, or investments
Create alignment among business partners, technology teams, leadership, sponsors, and steering committees
Communicate project health, financial forecasts, risks, decisions, and recommended actions clearly and proactively
Build trust across organizational levels and influence progress without relying on direct authority
Support ATC's Release Project Management methodology, Stage Gate governance, and portfolio processes
Contribute to project management standards, procedures, templates, guidance, and training
Promote consistent execution, practical governance, and continuous improvement across the technology portfolio

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related field preferred
Experience leading complex technology projects from planning through successful implementation and closeout
Strong project management skills across scope, schedule, budget, forecasting, risk, quality, and stakeholder management
Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing multiple concurrent initiatives in a matrixed environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Planner / Project, SharePoint, Teams, Power BI, and Visio
Proficiency with project and portfolio management tools
Microsoft Project and Project Server experience preferred
Broad knowledge across software, hardware, networking, databases, integrations, and enterprise technology environments
Ability to communicate constructively across all organizational levels, build consensus, and drive decisions
PMP certification preferred; required for Senior or higher grade-level consideration
Experience in technology portfolio management, PMO governance, project intake, Stage Gate, or resource-capacity planning preferred
Experience with financial forecasting, procurement, vendor management, and risk/cost/benefit assessment preferred
Utility, energy, engineering, infrastructure, or other highly regulated industry experience preferred
Agile, hybrid, or traditional project delivery methodology experience preferred
Must relocate to Wisconsin, close to either the Cottage Grove or Pewaukee office
Ability to work in a non-remote role

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive bonus
Employer-sponsored pension plan
401(k) match
HSA contribution
Life and disability insurance
Health care benefits
Generous time off plans
Flexible work arrangements
Cross-functional opportunities
Skill-building and professional development
Coaching and assignments that stretch potential and build careers
Supportive, people-centric work environment