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Technology Project Manager

Jacksonville, FL (Southside)

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Position Summary

Reporting to Chief Information Officer, the Technology Project Manager will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of both AI-related and general technology projects across the enterprise. This role will be instrumental in managing vendor relationships, improving process efficiency, and supporting digital transformation efforts using our internal Azure infrastructure.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

AI and Automation Projects:

Identify and evaluate opportunities to apply AI to reduce manual work and improve efficiency.

Manage outsourced AI development partners using Azure services (e.g., OpenAI, Glean.ai).

Oversee implementation and adoption of AI-driven tools with measurable ROI.

Promote AI literacy through training and internal communication.

General Technology Projects:

Deliver software integration projects on time and within scope.

Lead stakeholder engagement, business analysis, and requirements gathering.

Manage timelines, risks, and communications across diverse teams and vendors.

Governance & Communication:

Maintain project documentation and executive dashboards.

Track KPIs and project outcomes; recommend improvements based on data.

Ensure projects align with compliance, risk, and ethical guidelines.

Competency - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong project management expertise using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies.

Familiarity with Azure AI services, data integration, and vendor collaboration.

Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership abilities.

Ability to translate business needs into technical action plans.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

Minimum of 2 years leading technology projects with cross-functional teams.

Preferred Education and Experience

Experience with Azure, OpenAI, Power Platform, or Cognitive Services.

PMP, CSM, or equivalent certification.

Sample Initiatives

Job management software migration from DASH to PSA, 300 offices

Accounting system migration from QuickBooks to PSA, 300 offices

API implementation between QuickBase and 10 apps

Estimating process/workflow review; look for automation opportunities

Field process/workflow review; look for automation opportunities

SSRS 2016 to 2024 upgrade

SharePoint update project

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stay in a stationary position up to 100% of the time

The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, fax machine, copy machine, and computer printer

Must be able to observe and perceive information on a computer and documents

Must be able to communicate and converse with customers over the phone

Occasionally will lift up to 10lbs

Ability to safely operate a company vehicle

Work Environment

The employee will be working in a corporate office environment. Most work will be conducted over email, video conferencing, and telephone. The successful person must be productive with minimal supervision.

Travel

This position may require up to 10% travel for company meetings, events, and training.

Reasonable Accommodation for Disability

Any applicant or employee, who believes that a reasonable accommodation is required for purposes of federal or state disability law is required to contact Human Resources to begin the interactive exchange process.

The ADA defines "reasonable accommodation" as a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job and does not cause an undue hardship for the employer.

*The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

"Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, parental status, military service or any non-merit factor."

 

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Barry Fleming

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