Ecova/Portland, OR
Ecova--Making a World of Difference
At Ecova, we believe each individual, no matter the role, can make a difference for our clients, the environment and for themselves. Ecova is built on a strong foundation of integrity, community, leadership, persistence and urgency.
Our highest goal is to be the market leading, trusted advisor to organizations driven to maximize results, reduce expenses, manage risk and improve environmental performance. Our focus is to grow results on saving resources for our clients – from utilities to facilities. We apply data-driven insights – from demand to impact – to target inefficiencies and See More, Save More and Sustain More for our clients.
We strive to deliver results and innovation through efforts of our unparalleled people to each and every client with whom we engage. We're on the look-out for team players to work with us in serving as an integral extension of our clients to measure, analyze and improve resource management. Come join the Ecova family… together we can Make a World of Difference.
IT – Utility Application Development
Sr IT Project Manager/Systems Analyst
The Systems Analyst provides consultative project and technological advice, high level analysis, information & tools to help establish Enterprise-level projects and systems. Works independently, initiates and prioritizes assignments and completes work that Project Managers and Systems Analysts perform under the direction of a manager. Works directly with Business Analyst, IT Development Team and senior leadership to understand and design systems to meet specific enterprise business needs. Coordinates teams of Software Engineers, Data Specialists, and other technical personnel to understand, design, and deliver enterprise business systems. Works with IT Managers and Directors to identify areas of improvement and execute plans to see those improvements to fruition.
Role Description
• Oversee the design, development, and support of internal enterprise platforms and applications.
• Work with Ecova business units and Ecova's Business Application Management Team to understand, design, implement and test market-leading systems.
• Coordinate projects, priorities, and strategic direction of Ecova's business systems.
• Act as a Systems Analyst on large enterprise projects providing analysis and design leading to implementation and post production support as needed.
• Act as a Senior Project Manager / Scrummaster / Lead Consultant by managing project scope and internal customers' expectations for specific program launches.
• Assist IT Manager in planning and scheduling several program launches with overlapping due dates.
• Stay current with agile and other project management development practices
• Stay current with core Microsoft enterprise server and development technologies. Help to define development standards.
• Evaluate and recommend third-party tools and technologies, helping Ecova make “build vs. buy†decisions.
• Work effectively with ITs Data, QA, Infrastructure, Support, and Application Development teams to insure implemented solutions meet department guidelines and recommendations.
• Stay in sync with IT department management regarding corporate needs & priorities.
Role Competencies
• BS in Computer Science, BA/BS in Computer Information Systems, Masters of Business Administration, or equivalent field is required. PMP certification required.
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in technology management and analysis is required.
• Minimum of 5 years' successful project implementations in the role of Project Manager.
• Expertise in design, implementation, & maintenance of enterprise applications is required.
• Expertise in business analysis, project scoping, project management, and expectation management is required.
• Expertise with Microsoft Project Standard or Professional is required; Expertise with Microsoft Project Server / Project Web Access is preferred.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft enterprise server, development, and/or database technologies is preferred.
• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Business Intelligence stack and reporting is preferred.
• Expertise in SharePoint workflow solutions using SharePoint Designer 2010 and InfoPath 2010 is preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Team Foundation Server.
• Expertise with Salesforce.Com and 3rd party Salesforce applications is preferred.
• Expertise in financial analysis, financial management, and budget development is preferred.
• Expertise in traditional and agile project management. PMP certification required.
• Expertise with Systems Development.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ecova Information
Our salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience. We are a performance-based culture and have goal-based incentive programs and generous employee benefits. Our comprehensive benefit package includes medical, dental, vision insurance, life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability insurance. We also offer flexible spending accounts and 401(k) with a generous employer match.
Ecova is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation or preference, religion, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or physical or mental disability.
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