IT Enterprise Project Leader

FLSA Exemption Status

Summary

Advertised 11/6/26-11/27-26

We are seeking a highly seasoned professional whose expertise, leadership, and depth of experience are strongly aligned with the responsibilities outlined in this job description. As a key contributor within our Project Management Office (PMO), the ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to operate confidently in complex environments at an enterprise level, provide strategic insight, and uphold best practices across project governance and delivery. This role requires a well developed skill set, sound judgment, and the capability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

In addition to their functional responsibilities, the selected candidate will serve in a team lead capacity, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to IT Project Leaders while also fulfilling supervisory duties. We are looking for someone who excels at developing others, fostering consistency in project execution, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement within the PMO.

Please note that during the first six months of employment, our standard probationary period, you will be expected to work onsite to ensure successful onboarding, strong engagement with the PMO team, and full integration into our processes and organizational culture. Upon successful completion of probation, a hybrid work schedule may be considered based on performance and business needs.

This is managerial and administrative work overseeing and guiding project leaders within the Project Management Office (PMO) to ensure the successful delivery of projects. This role involves enforcing best practices and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The Enterprise Project Lead will supervise the project management team, provide mentorship, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success as well as lead Enterprise IT projects.

The single position allocated to this classification reports to the IT Governance and Compliance Manager.  Work in this class is distinguished from other classes by its focus on optimizing project management processes, ensuring high-quality project delivery, and driving continuous improvement in IT project execution.

Examples of Work

Essential Functions:

• Manages and oversees enterprise-level IT projects, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and PMO standards.


• Leads, mentors, and supports project leaders to promote high performance, development, and resource readiness.


• Develops, refines, and enforces PMO methodologies, processes, and tools to drive project consistency and quality.


• Monitors project timelines, budgets, risks, and deliverables while gathering and analyzing requirements, business processes, and stakeholder expectations to ensure successful, compliant solutions.


• Collaborates with senior management, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to align goals and resolve issues.


• Builds and maintains strong communication and relationships with internal and external stakeholders.


• Manages departmental goals, performance evaluations, personnel actions, and staff communication to support organizational priorities.


• Drives operational and administrative efficiencies across departments, including vendor and service provider management.


• Responds effectively during emergency conditions and ensures ongoing compliance with any governance and regulatory requirements.


• Develops and implements departmental goals that are aligned with the strategic direction and business plan of GRU’s Utility Systems and works with other departments and operating areas to establish and implement operational and administrative synergies and efficiencies for GRU. 

Non Essential Functions:

• Must be available to work during emergency conditions

Examples of Work (continued)

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business, computer science, information systems, engineering, math, or a related field.

 Equivalent education and progressively responsible experience may also be considered if it meets the needs of the department

Experience

Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in information technology which includes two (2) years of lead, supervisory, or enterprise project management level experience, preferably in information technology.

GRU Competencies

Role Specific Competencies

Certifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong written and oral communication skills, able to convey complex information clearly.

• Knowledge of current and emerging technologies, utility operations, and project management methodologies.


• Extensive leadership experience with solid business acumen and supervisory/administrative expertise.


• Deep understanding of utility financial practices, job cost systems, and budget/financial management.


• Thorough knowledge of laws, regulations, and management principles governing utility systems.


• Ability to plan, develop, and evaluate long-term programs, strategies, and operational performance.


• Skilled in establishing effective controls, delegating tasks, and directing personnel.


• Ability to work independently with integrity, objectivity, and strict confidentiality.


• Able to perform effectively under high stress, interruptions, and shifting deadlines.


• Strong capability in organizing, assigning, and overseeing work to achieve organizational goals.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (continued)

Physical Requirements

Environmental Requirements