VertexOne · 4 hours ago
Program Manager, III
United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expVertexOne is the recognized leader in SaaS platforms for utilities across North America. The Program Manager III will manage complex cross-functional transformational initiatives, applying project management disciplines to ensure successful project execution and delivery while leading teams and collaborating with stakeholders.
GovTechInformation ServicesInformation TechnologySaaSSoftware
Responsibilities
Identify and plan projects to achieve business objectives and develop project charters
Develop detailed project plans for complex projects ensuring that all tasks are appropriately scheduled (dependency, dates, resources, effort) and aligned with business objectives
Identify key stakeholders and manage internal and external expectations
Manage resources, communicate responsibilities and ensure accountability to completing deliverables
Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure an effective governance model is defined and implemented to ensure project success
Manage change requests and control scope
Document and manage risks, action items, issues, constraints, assumptions, escalating as appropriate
Work through challenges to problem solve, mitigate risk and ensure successful delivery
Identify and negotiate with management to allocate sufficient resources to successfully execute
Manage communications across cross-functional teams, executives and external stakeholders
Establish and maintain relationships with the client stakeholders
Prepare for and lead Steering Committee meetings
Monitor project progress and provide ongoing project status reporting. Escalate issues in a timely manner
Identify lessons learned and recommend changes to enhance the successful delivery of projects
Champion a standard project management methodology with supporting processes and best practices
Work cross-functionally with other departments to mature the organization’s project management capability
Manage large projects with a high degree of complexity
Create and deliver effective presentations to executives and project management forums
May lead a team of Project Managers and Project Coordinators
Advanced use of project management tools and dashboards
Operate independently and provide strategic guidance for the project management office
Up to 25% Travel to client sites
Qualification
Required
Thorough understanding of project management; PMP certification preferred
10+ years (minimum) experience working as a Program Manager in transformational projects
3+ years (minimum) utilities experience and at least 2 full cycle CIS billing system implementations
Highly organized and able to wear multiple hats in an ambiguous, fast-moving environment; a driving force who manages toward clarity and solutions
Self-starter, able to work independently on own initiative and as part of a team
Successful track record in setting priorities, shaping processes, managing people and implementing technology
Have a strong customer focus
Ability to learn quickly and provide value when placed in unfamiliar settings
Ability to meet deadlines on aggressive schedules
Ability to multi-task and to give and take direction
Excellent communicator of ideas both orally and through documents and other visual aids
Excellent interpersonal skills
Methodical approach to planning and working
MS Office Suite Proficiency (including Microsoft Project and Visio)
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSAs)
401K match
Flexible PTO
Employee recognition platform with monetary rewards
100% Remote work environment
Initial work from home stipend
Leadership/Coaching training programs
Free access to Bizlibrary for unlimited professional development
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling sessions available 24/7
Health and wellbeing programs
Paid parental leave
Employee bonus referral program
Employee Discount Program
Company
VertexOne
Integrated SaaS Solution for Utilities, including cloud Customer Information Systems (CIS) , Customer Engagement, Payments & Analytics
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$257.76MKey Investors
Runway Growth Capital
2025-01-09Debt Financing· $131M
2022-02-08Debt Financing· $75M
2019-07-23Series Unknown· $51.76M
Leadership Team
Andrew Jornod
Chief Executive Officer
Tina Santizo
Chief Operating Officer
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