Director, Project Management - Military Veterans

Evergy has a clear mission:

To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to offering career opportunities to our nations' veterans that leverage the unique life experience gained while serving our country. 

Employee Benefits:

- Choice of medical plans
- Paid parental leave
- Dental and vision plans
- Life and accident insurance for employees 
- Long-term disability insurance
- Medical and dependent care reimbursement accounts
- Paid vacation, company holidays and personal days
- 401(k) plan with matching contributions from the company
- Education assistance

Summary of Primary Duties:

The Director of the Technology Project Management Office (PMO) will lead the transformation and enhancement of our technology PMO, establishing consistency via best practices, to drive enhanced delivery results.  Foundationally, this will involve working across portfolio team owners and sponsors to define, implement, and sustain processes, deliverables, and metrics driving consistency in execution for strategic technology-related investments by portfolio for Evergy’s long-term strategy and business objectives.  Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer, the Director will collaborate closely with the Evergy Technology Steering Committee, IT Planning & Operations, and all portfolio owners, fostering effective working relationships, communication, and oversight of the execution of large, strategic initiatives. The Director will work across portfolio owners to assist in the identification and evaluation of project risks, development of mitigation plans, and measures of success to drive successful project outcome, engaging to assist in initiatives that are not in a healthy status.

Summary of Primary Responsibilities:

-       Strategic Leadership: Develop and communicate a clear vision for the technology PMO, aligning it with Evergy’s strategic goals and objectives. Champion the adoption of best practices, ensuring consistent application of management methodologies and standards.
-       Governance and Processes: Work across portfolio teams to define, implement, and sustain foundational processes, deliverables, and metrics driving consistency in execution.   Establish and maintain foundational governance structures, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements. Provide regulatory testimony, data request responses, and support in regulatory proceedings. Define and enhance project management processes, frameworks, and methodologies. Continuously improve foundational processes within the technology PMO, streamlining workflows and enhancing efficiency. Oversee project reporting, metrics, and timely information for decision-making.
-       Risk Management: Proactively identify risks related to technology projects and propose effective mitigation strategies.
-       Staffing: Work across third parties to acquire/provide project management resources to utilize PMO processes, deliverables, and metrics to lead/execute portfolio initiatives.  
-       Influence and Negotiation: Use effective communication skills to influence outcomes and negotiate priorities across diverse stakeholders, driving consensus and alignment.
-       Stakeholder Engagement and Cross-Functional Collaboration: Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating seamless execution of technology projects.
-       Portfolio Management: Collaborate with portfolio owners to prioritize and execute technology initiatives. Ensure consistent artifacts, documentation, and quality standards. Drive benefit identification and realization, aligning planning and data with regulatory and financial requirements.
-       Portfolio Roadmap: Partner with portfolio owners to maintain a comprehensive set of technology portfolio roadmaps
-       Performance Metrics: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for project success, monitoring project performance against established metrics.
-       Resource Allocation: Allocate resources effectively across projects to maximize efficiency and impact. 
-       Change Management: Facilitate change management efforts related to technology initiatives. 
-       Talent Development: Managed technology PMO roles, fostering growth and skill development.