IT Senior Project Manager (PMO-IT & Engineering Project Oversight)

About the Company

DTE is one of the nation’s largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customers’ homes and Michigan’s progress for more than a century. And as Michigan’s largest source of renewable energy, we’re creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We’re also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states. But we’re more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job. At DTE, we take great care of each other and our customers, and we use our energy to be a force for growth and prosperity in our communities. When you join us, you’ll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences, valuing everyone’s health, safety, and well-being. Are you ready to make a difference like that?

Bring your energy to DTE. Together, we can achieve great things.

About the Role

Responsible for the day-to-day management of multiple medium-to-large-sized, highly complex projects with little to no input or assistance from management. Project managers are dedicated to project management on a full-time basis and must demonstrate experience in managing vendors, large teams, and risks to achieve project objectives.

Responsibilities

- Manage multiple medium to large-sized, highly complex projects to meet business objectives as outlined in business cases; typically, these projects span 12 months or more.

- Review and manage budgets, schedules, resources, and quality benchmarks to ensure timely delivery that meets stakeholders’ expectations.

- Direct and coordinate project team activities at various phases of the project life cycle.

- Manage relationships with project stakeholders to ensure the attainment of business objectives and customer satisfaction.

- Coordinate and deliver status reports to internal and external customers, vendors, stakeholders, and executive management.

- Coach and mentor less experienced Associate Project Managers, Project Managers, and Senior Project Managers.

Qualifications

- Membership in the Project Management Institute (PMI) and Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, along with a bachelor’s degree in an IT-related discipline and 8 years of job-relevant experience, including 3 years as an IT project manager focusing on design and/or software development/implementation projects.

- OR Membership in the Project Management Institute (PMI) and Project Management Professional (PMP) certification a high school diploma and 12 years of experience, including project management in an IT organization.

Required Skills

- Proficient verbal and non-verbal communication skills, including written and presentation skills; communicates clearly, with credibility and confidence.

- Ability to apply project planning, implementation, and/or continuous improvement principles to achieve tangible, positive outcomes.

- Effectively handles resistance and takes proactive steps to prevent errors through constructive feedback.

- Ability to work in a team and/or matrixed structure while supporting multiple clients, procedures, and policies.

- Proven experience managing the full project lifecycle, including scope, cost, schedule, and quality.

- Demonstrable experience managing vendors, large teams, and risks to achieve project objectives.

- Proven ability to champion innovation and guide teams through change while identifying opportunities for process and product improvement.

- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills; consistently applies sound judgment to complex project challenges.

- Track record of accountability and ownership, demonstrating reliability in decision-making and commitment to successful project delivery.

- Executive presence with the ability to build trust and credibility at all levels, effectively representing project status and recommendations to senior leadership.

- Advanced skills in strategic stakeholder management, building lasting relationships with executive sponsors and project partners to ensure alignment and success.

- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

- Demonstrated leadership in managing cross-functional teams, driving collaboration, and motivating others to achieve ambitious project objectives.

- Proven ability to foster innovation, champion new ideas, and guide teams through change while identifying opportunities for process and product improvement.

- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills; consistently applies sound judgment to complex project challenges.

- Proven track record of accountability and ownership, demonstrating reliability in decision-making and follow-through on commitments to achieve successful project delivery.

- Strong executive presence with the ability to build trust and credibility at all levels, effectively communicating project status and recommendations to senior leadership.

- Advanced skills in strategic stakeholder management, fostering lasting relationships with executive sponsors and project partners to ensure alignment and project success.

- Exceptional organizational and time-management abilities, prioritizing multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

- A degree is required in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline).

- PMP certification is preferred; candidates actively pursuing the PMP will be considered.

Pay range and compensation package

Testing Required: Not Applicable

Employment Sponsorship: This position is not currently eligible for visa sponsorship.

Hybrid Role: This role is hybrid, with an established schedule of in-person work required at an assigned work location. Any remote work is expected to be performed from an employee’s primary residence, unless allowed (or prohibited) through the Company’s remote work guidelines.

Emergency Response: Yes – Must be available to perform a primary assignment in support of DTE’s emergency response to storms or other events that impact service to our customers.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At DTE Energy, we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service, a passion to help our communities prosper, and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal and/or state laws.