Senior Technical Project Manager New

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Senior Technical Project Manager

Boulder, Colorado, United States

Who we are:

We're transforming one of the world's oldest industries with cutting-edge technology and an innovative approach. Backed by top-tier investors and recognized by Time as one of the "best Inventions of 2024" and Fast Company as one of 2024's "Next Big Things in Tech", Electra is scaling rapidly and we're looking for bold, driven individuals to help us reshape the future of iron production. If you're ready to make a real impact in a company that's redefining heavy industry for a cleaner, smarter world, we want to hear from you.

What you will do:

As the Senior Technical Project Manager, you will lead complex technical projects with diverse scopes, applying advanced project management methodologies and technical expertise. You will be responsible for devising project management solutions based on limited information, adapting existing approaches, and resolving issues creatively. You will work independently and collaborate with senior internal and external partners to ensure project success. There may be multiple projects in progress requiring attention at any given time.

Responsibilities include:

Lead multiple cross functional medium to highly complex technical projects with minimal supervision

advanced project management methodologies to develop and maintain project plans, including critical path analysis, risk management, budgeting, scope management, waterfall, and agile.

Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables

Model a steady leadership presence that fosters cohesion and clarity across the team, especially during periods of uncertainty or change

Monitor project progress and performance, adapting plans as necessary to meet objectives

Own communication across teams and stakeholders, providing regular updates and resolving conflicts

Facilitate and synthesize cross-functional conversations to develop clear, structured timelines for current and upcoming initiatives

Lead resource allocation efforts and coordinate seamless handoffs for operations headcount planning, ensuring alignment with organizational goals

Oversee projects that involve research and development, balancing innovation with delivery timelines and technical feasibility

Build strong relationships with senior leadership, effectively communicating project status, risks, and strategic impacts to drive informed decision-making

Continuously check in on active timelines to ensure accuracy and escalate deviations, as necessary

Use technical knowledge to ask probing questions of engineers and fully understand the requirements of projects

Cultivate strong working relationships with engineers and project managers, tailoring project management approaches to align with individual preferences and specific situational needs

Own recommendations for de-risking crucial tasks and/or parallelizing workstreams where possible

Communicate project status information through in-person meetings as well as digital reports

Read, understand, and comply with all workplace health and safety policies, safe work practices, and company policies and procedures

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

What we need you to bring to the team:

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, controls engineering, materials science, or related field

8+ years of industry experience in technical project management, project engineering role or a combination of engineering and technical project management roles; (excludes internships, co-ops, and other school projects)

Demonstrates advanced knowledge and understanding of project management principles, tools, and methodologies within technology, manufacturing, and product development environments

Applies advanced project management practices to coordinate tasks, schedules, and deliverables across engineering, operations, and product teams in a fast-paced, startup setting

Possesses strong skills in developing project frameworks, resource strategies, and timelines that align with evolving business needs and organizational goals

Capable of bridging engineering, operations, and product teams to ensure coordinated workflows from concept through production

Brings a solutions-oriented mindset with a proven ability to address technical and operational challenges in high-growth or startup settings

Understands interdependencies across hardware, software, and production systems, and can effectively translate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Skilled in adapting project management methodologies, tools, and processes to dynamic or ambiguous environments

Exercises sound professional judgment in selecting and adapting techniques, especially when scaling products or systems

Maintains a strong focus on quality standards, compliance, and key performance indicators while operating under time constraints

Advises stakeholders and cross-functional teams on project risks, feasibility, resource allocation, and long-term planning

Demonstrates leadership capabilities in mentoring or guiding cross-disciplinary teams, particularly in matrixed or startup environments

Contributes to the development and refinement of operational strategies, internal processes, and technical policy frameworks

Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage shifting priorities and competing deadlines effectively

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an emphasis on clarity, alignment, and cross-functional collaboration

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, SharePoint), with the ability to learn new tools quickly

What we want you to bring to the team:

10+ years of industry experience in a technical project management role (excludes internships, co-ops, and other school projects)

Expert with Microsoft Project and task planning platforms

Previous experience in a start-up environment or a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment

Experience managing projects with design, development, installation, and verification of technology hardware or chemical process systems and equipment

PMP, CAPM, or similar certification preferred.

Compensation:

The anticipated starting pay range for this position is $100,000- $130,000 and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.

Benefits For You:

100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance plans

Reasonable use PTO

$1,800 in annual employer HSA contributions (health savings account)

Benefits For Your Family:

100% paid premiums across all medical, dental, vision, and telemedicine plans

12 weeks of paid parental leave

Benefits For Your Future:

401k with up to 5% matching contributions which vest 100% on day one

Eligibility for incentive stock options

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