Job Description Summary

The IT Project Manager II is responsible for planning and execution of assigned IT related project implementations according to strict deadlines and within budget. The IT Project Manager II effectively manages the efforts of all internal and external resources required to successfully deliver assigned projects according to plan. The IT Project Manager II definesproject objectives and oversee quality control throughout the project lifecycle.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)

Manage and maintain the creation of full-scale project plans and associated communications documents throughout a project’s lifecycle. Proactively manage changes, project success criteria, critical paths, scope modifications, identify potential crises and devise contingency plans. Ensure all tasks are implemented on time, within budget while adhering to the required scope and quality. Where required, negotiates with other department managers for the acquisition of required team members from within the organization. Delegate tasks and assignment to appropriate personnel. Develop, implement and enforce project management processes, including risk and issue management, dependency management, status reporting and change control. Provide regular project status updates to the PMO Manager and business owners, including immediate escalation of key issues where necessary. Identify, manage and track dependencies internally within the project, and liaise with dependent projects. Identify and track all project risks and issues, establish target resolution dates and execute mitigation plans. Manage resource plans and forecast financial spending against the budget under the direction of the PMO Manager. Assist PMO Manager in prioritizing current and upcoming projects based on available resources. Provide guidance to other PMO team members as required. Manage day to day communications with the project team and all key stakeholders. Provide outstanding customer service in a timely manner to both guests and fellow team members. Assist PMO Manager with developing project business cases, obtaining funding approvals and buy-in from key stakeholders. Assist with the development and implementation of training programs to assist in on-going operations. Must comply with all applicable Agua Caliente Casinos System of Internal Controls, Standard Operating Procedures and all Tribal Regulations.