Planning and Engagement Technical Manager

Details

• Department: Data Delivery and Governance
• Schedule: Full Time Monday - Friday 8-5pm CT
• Location: Remote
• Salary: $68, $95,416.00 per year

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

Overview:

The Technology Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial planning, vendor partnerships, and program/project management activities within the ADDG technology organization. This role ensures effective allocation of capital and operational budgets, strategic vendor relationships, and successful delivery of technology programs aligned with business objectives for Ascension Technologies.

Key Responsibilities:
Budget Planning and Financial Management

• Develop, manage, and monitor annual capital (CapEx) and operational (OpEx) budgets for the technology department.
• Prepare and present financial reports and budget analyses to leadership.

Vendor Management

• Oversee vendor relationships and performance across technology service providers and contractors.
• Collaborate with procurement and legal to ensure contracts align with organizational standards and objectives.

ADDG Program and Project Management Office (PMO)

• Lead the ADDG PMO function to ensure consistent project delivery practices, governance, and reporting.
• Oversee the portfolio of ADDG technology projects, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and budget constraints.
• Develop and maintain project management frameworks, templates, and methodologies.
• Coach and mentor project managers and support their professional development.

Leadership and Collaboration

• Partner with cross-functional leaders to ensure technology initiatives support organizational strategy.
• Drive a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement within the technology organization.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Finance, or related field .
• 7+ years of progressive experience in technology management, with a focus on budgeting, vendor management, and PMO leadership.
• Proven track record managing multi-million-dollar budgets and complex technology portfolios.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid).
• Experience with financial forecasting tools, vendor management systems, and project portfolio management software.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  PMP, ITIL, or similar certification preferred.

Competencies:

• Strategic financial planning
• Vendor negotiation and relationship management
• Project and program governance
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making
• Leadership and team development
• Communication and executive reporting
• Agile mindset and adaptability

Requirements

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences
LI-Remote
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