IT Project Manager

Job Summary:

The Information Services (IS) Project Manager will plan, establish, and manage information technology (IT) projects and will serve as a liaison between the business and technical aspects of assigned projects.

The position will ensure this is delivered to agreed budget, time scales, specification/quality, and sponsor satisfaction to Messer IS project management methodology & standards using standard tools effectively ensuring full acceptance and ownership of the solution by all stakeholders.

To support business and IS teams in the development of business cases for initiatives by

• clarifying scope & objectives


• identifying potential solutions


• recommending an appropriate solution consistent with business and IS strategy


• providing robust costs and timescales to deliver the solution


• documenting any assumptions


• assessing change impact and potential risks

Work as part of a project and change management peer group across the organization to develop and improve Messer IS project methodology, standards and use of tools.

Why Messer?

Messer is the world’s largest privately held industrial gases company and what we do matters because it is woven into every part of life, from the medical gases that patients rely on to the essential elements needed to safely and sustainably produce the goods our communities depend on.

The true strength of Messer is our people—at every level and in every role.

Join us and take pride in the impact you will make by providing solutions essential to our world and lives. Reach your highest potential at our stable, inclusive company with diverse opportunities in a growing industry, supported by people who care.

Messer stands apart because we put what matters first, and you matter.

Principal Responsibilities:

To achieve the above through effective:

• Understanding of the business objectives and benefits


• Analysis


• Planning and estimating


• Control of scope


• Monitoring and reporting to Steering team and senior management 


• Management of internal and external resource groups and suppliers across multiple time zones 


• Stakeholder management


• Risk management


• Handover to various support teams. 


• Ability to learn from experiences and to share learnings.


• Maintain a sound knowledge of thinking and developments in the Project Management profession and suggest improvements to our function


• Maintain a sound knowledge of trends in the Information Technology market and how emerging technologies can benefit the Messer Group.


• Drive (ability and motivation to overcome barriers to achieve an object)


• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) to all levels in the organization


• Change Competence/Leadership (ability to manage change effectively)


• Ability to influence, facilitate and negotiate effectively


• Ability to deliver through others – set, track, evaluate and encourage performance, collaboration with peers


• Organizational awareness and effective stakeholder management


• Sound judgement


• Ability to work effectively with different cultures

Required Skills:

• Experience/Proficient in use of a variety of Project/Change Management Methodologies (e.g. PMI, Agile)


• Experience of /Proficient in use of Project Management tools (e.g. MS Project, MS Azure DevOps) and competencies (incl estimating, planning, risk management, change management etc.)


• Experience of business and systems analysis


• Experience of managing internal and external resources effectively, including remote workers.


• Proven ability to manage a globally dispersed virtual project team of various cultures.


• Sound technical skills or knowledge working in multiple technology disciplines


• Experience of using a structured IT methodology & tools - full understanding and consistent use


• Track record of managing projects successfully - with full accountability 


• Experience of full project lifecycle – project initiation through to project close  


• Experience in delivering an initiative which involved an objective, analysis, scope definition, plan, resources & deliverables 


• Experience of a diverse range of projects (software development, digital transformation, infrastructure, M&A, etc.)


• Understanding of change management tools & techniques

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree

Minimum of 5 years business and IT experience

The salary range for this position is $105,000-$136,000. Messer provides medical, dental, vision, short term disability, life insurance and paid time off as well as other voluntary benefits, such as, long term disability in accordance with the terms and conditions of these Plans.   Employees are eligible to enroll in Messer’s 401(k) Plan. Employees may be eligible to participate in the company’s bonus program.

About Messer:

Messer’s safety culture, commitment to providing dependable supply and innovative gas technology solutions help customers unlock opportunities to be safer, more sustainable, more productive and more efficient, so their business thrives. We nurture lasting, meaningful relationships with customers, our communities, and with one another.

We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization – the dedication, knowledge, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what make Messer refreshingly different.

If you need assistance with the application or would like to request accommodation, call (877) 243-1030.