Geospatial Project Manager
England-Thims & Miller
Jacksonville, Florida
Who we are looking for...
We are seeking a Geospatial Project Manager that is responsible for leading and managing the implementation of SaaS product offerings, geospatial solutions, and other related projects. This role requires a strong ability to plan, execute, and deliver projects on time, within budget, and according to specified scopes. The project manager will work closely with partners such as OpenGov and Esri within cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and alignment of technology solutions with business objectives. The following skills will be required for this position:
- Strong ability to communicate scope, budget and timeline expectations to clients and stakeholders.
- Diligently follow process and adhere to project delivery methodologies.
- Experience working independently and with a team on advanced projects.
- Works independently with minimal guidance and applies project management principles to daily work (iron triangle)
- Ability to solve complex problems and take a new perspective on existing solutions to improve performance.
- Ability to manage up to 20+ projects with various degrees of difficulty and complexity.
- Experience in a primary client facing role for a minimum of 2-3 years.
- Experience in software or SaaS implementation is strongly preferred.
- Professional Project Management training strongly preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in project management, geography, geographic information systems (GIS), business, or another related field is preferred.
- This position is primarily a remote position. Travel may be required for client site visits.
- Travel to Jacksonville, FL 2x/year is required for team events and training.
- Typical Schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM in office or remote availability.
Specific Duties:
Project Leadership and Execution:
- Manage all phases of project timeline including planning, budget, execution, monitoring, and closure to ensure successful delivery.
- Facilitate project review and retrospective sessions to ensure continuous improvement in processes and outcomes.
- Scope, Time, and Budget Management:
- Develop and maintain project plans that outline project scope, resource allocation, timelines, and budget. Adjust plans as needed to meet changing needs and requirements.
- Utilize project management tools to track project performance and forecast future project needs accurately.
- Coordinate change orders and out-of-scope requests from clients.
- Stakeholder Coordination:
- Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams, external clients, and third-party vendors. Ensure all stakeholders are informed of goals and objectives, project progress, action plans and any issues that arise.
- Engage stakeholders regularly and systematically as needed.
- Risk Management:
- Identify potential project risks and develop strategies to mitigate them in a timely manner.
- Elevate project risks and issues to the appropriate stakeholders.
- Quality Assurance:
- Oversee the quality of deliverables and ensure they meet the required standards and meet client expectations.
- Coordinate system testing and confirm that the project’s technical specifications are met.
- Reporting:
- Maintain project records to report on project status and milestones. Present and report to upper management and key stakeholders during regular project status meetings.
- Utilize data visualization tools to enhance the clarity and impact of project reports for stakeholders.
- Resource Management:
- Allocate resources appropriately to ensure projects are completed within the allocated timelines and budgets.
- Periodically assist in evaluating team composition and skill sets to ensure alignment with project needs and strategic goals.
- Client Engagement:
- Engage with clients to gather requirements, deliver updates, and manage expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
- Be the point of contact for the client for any issues that need to be escalated.
- Be responsible for overall client satisfaction.
What you'll need to be successful...
Success in this job relies on your time management skills, organization, and positive attitude. In addition, you’ll need the following qualifications:
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong project management skills, with an emphasis on timely delivery and budget adherence.
- Ability to build and sustain relationships, both internally and with external partners.
- Aptitude for business development and understanding market dynamics.
- Effective communication skills, allowing for clear articulation of complex geospatial concepts.
- Embodies the ‘ETM Way’ in both their personal and professional lives.
Who we are…Trusted Advisors, Creating Community
Our firm has assembled a remarkable team encompassing a wide range of experiences and backgrounds. Through collaborative efforts in a supportive environment, we consistently deliver top-notch work of exceptional quality. We prioritize the growth and fulfillment of each team member, providing ample opportunities for professional and personal development.
A key factor in this, is our engagement with high-caliber, 'Class-A' projects and esteemed clients. We approach our work with unwavering passion, recognizing the positive impact we have on the communities we serve.
https://www.etminc.com/culture/
What we offer…
We recognize and reward hard work, we offer a competitive salary, full benefits package, and a potential performance-based bonus. More than four decades ago, England-Thims & Miller, Inc. was founded by three visionaries who wanted to take care of their clients with a focus on boutique, customer-centric, best-in-class services. Today, with the help of over 300, we have built a business around taking care of not only said clients but our communities and team members.
What to do next…
If England-Thims & Miller, Inc. sounds like the place for you (and if you have the qualifications, drive, and passion to match), we invite you to become a member of our winning team! Once you're part of our ETM family, we'll continue to invest in you as a valuable asset in our company.
This job description is representative of typical responsibilities and is not intended to be a complete list of all duties or skills required for the job. It is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with company needs.
ETM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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