IT Project Manager at Scout Motors

What you’ll do

Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Plan and execute technology projects using Agile principles and frameworks, such as Scrum or Kanban, to foster collaboration, continuous improvement, and efficient delivery.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders to define clear project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring a shared understanding of project goals.
• Lead a diverse project team, providing clear direction, support, and guidance throughout the project lifecycle. Foster a collaborative and motivated team environment to maximize productivity and creativity.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement proactive measures to address challenges, ensuring timely completion of milestones and adherence to budgets.
• Maintain open and transparent communication with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that everyone is well-informed about project progress and any changes in requirements.
• Implement robust quality assurance measures to deliver high-quality project outcomes that meet or exceed industry standards.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and meeting minutes, to ensure clear visibility into project activities and progress.
• Provide regular progress reports to senior management, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and upcoming milestones.
• Emphasize continuous improvement and learning within the project team by facilitating retrospectives and sharing best practices.

Location & Travel Expectations: The responsibilities of this role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and be able to travel to participate in events on behalf of the company from time to time. 

• In-Person Attendance: Minimum of 3 days per week in office and occasional attendance at other in-person meetings and events.
• Travel: Domestic travel to locations in South Carolina, Virginia, California from time to time.

What you’ll bring 

We expect all Scout employees to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You’ll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You’ll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals. Here's what else you'll bring: 

• Education/Certifications:
  • A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical field is required.
  • A Master’s degree is considered a plus.
  • Professional certifications such as PMP or Agile (CSM) are highly desirable.
• Experience:
  • A minimum of 10+ years of hands-on experience in IT Project Management, preferably within the automotive industry.
  • Self-starter with proven success in delivering technology projects on time, within scope, and on budget.
  • Experience managing cross-functional teams, external vendors, and stakeholders.
• Key Skills & Competencies:
  • Project Management & Delivery
  • Strong understanding of project management principles, frameworks, and best practices (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, SAFe).
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent IT projects while aligning with strategic business goals.
• Technical & Industry Knowledge
  • Understanding of enterprise IT applications, integrations, and infrastructure.
  • Expertise in SDLC methodologies, including Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, DevOps, and Lean, with the ability to tailor processes to project needs.
  • Knowledge of automotive IT requirements, regulations, and industry standards is a strong advantage.
• Communication & Leadership
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage with executive leadership and technical teams.
  • Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to negotiate and influence decision-making in complex IT environments.
• Tools:
  • Proficiency in project management related tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, SharePoint).
  • Knowledge of ERP, PDM, CRM, and procurement platforms is a plus.
• Additional Considerations:
  • Experience in scaling IT project management functions within a fast-growing company.
  • Ability to adapt and thrive in a high-paced, evolving IT environment.

What you'll gain

The benefits of joining Scout include the chance to build products and a company from the ground up.  This is a chance to create something new and lasting – with an iconic brand at its foundation.  In addition, Scout provides competitive compensation and benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Program specifics are detailed in company policies and employee benefit guides, select highlights:

• Competitive insurance including:
  • Medical, dental, vision and income protection plans
• 401(k) program with:
  • An employer match and immediate vesting
• Generous Paid Time Off including:
  • 20 days planned PTO, as accrued
  • 40 hours of unplanned PTO and 14 company or floating holidays, annually
  • Up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents of all genders
  • Paid leave for circumstances related to bereavement, jury duty, voting time, or military leave

Pay Transparency

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to receive a base salary and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Initial base salary range = $120,000-$135,000

Internal leveling code: IC9

Notice to applicants:

• Residing in San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 
• Residing in Los Angeles: Scout Motors will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 
• Residing in New York City: This role is not eligible for remote work in New York City.