The future of energy is digitized, decarbonized, and localized. At SmartestEnergy, we need revolutionary thinkers to help our customers make the most of this new landscape, thinking differently to find smart solutions to complex problems. Formed in 2001, were an agile business driven by entrepreneurial thinking. As a subsidiary of the Marubeni Corporation, we also have strong investment and infrastructure behind us. We have offices in the US, UK, and Australia, with further expansion planned for 2025 and beyond, offering global career opportunities and potential to explore new markets. Joining our team means contributing and making an impact every day. Overview We are seeking a temporary employee for a 6-month, full-time assignment as an IT Retail Energy Project Manager. In this role, you will lead and oversee a complex IT project focused on customer experience improvements in the Retail Power energy sector. Your responsibilities include strategic planning, execution, and delivery of this high-profile project, working closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and senior management to ensure timely, within scope, and within budget completion. Key Responsibilities: Project Planning and Execution: Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, timelines, milestones, and resource allocation. Stakeholder Management: Engage with business units, IT teams, and external vendors to align project goals with business objectives. Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to ensure success. Budget Management: Monitor and control project budgets for efficient resource use. Quality Assurance: Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and regulatory requirements. Team Leadership: Lead and motivate project teams, providing guidance to achieve goals. Documentation and Reporting: Track project progress and prepare status updates for senior management. Qualifications and Skills: Educational Background: Bachelors or masters degree in computer science, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience. Experience: 10+ years in software development, project management, or business analysis, with proven success leading cross-functional teams. Technical Expertise: Knowledge of system design, cloud computing, security principles, and modern development frameworks. Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and manage teams. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written skills, able to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to resolve complex technical issues. Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile, DevOps, and waterfall project approaches. Collaborative Spirit: Personable, team-oriented, respectful, and empathetic, comfortable working with onsite and remote teams. Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze problems, break them down, and derive insights for decision-making. Strategic Mindset: Forward-thinking, aligning technology solutions with business objectives, and anticipating future challenges. Effective Communication: Clear articulation of ideas and requirements to stakeholders. Time Management: Prioritize tasks, handle conflicting demands, and delegate effectively while maintaining quality. Diversity and Inclusion We celebrate an inclusive and diverse culture, valuing all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We are committed to full inclusion and welcome reasonable accommodations for applicants needing support during the application or interview process. Please contact our HR & People Team via email at us-hrssc@. Check out all our current open positions and review our privacy policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr