IT Project Manager - Remote at First American

Santa Rosa, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Real Estate, Home Warranty, Financial Services, Information TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

BA/BS in Computer Science with a focus on Human Computer Interaction and/or Design
MS degree in Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, Information Science, Experimental Psychology, or a related field preferred
4-7 years or more experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Excel, Visio)
4-7 years experience with Microsoft Project and PPM Tools
4-7 years or more Title insurance/Mortgage acumen and IT experience
Understanding of IT delivery methodologies (RUP, ITIL, Agile, Waterfall)
Detail oriented with organization and planning skills
Strong analytical skills
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Professional communication skills
Ability to communicate project status to team and business owners to ensure stakeholders understand risks, issues, and activities
Ability to self-start and be versatile in a dynamic environment
Strong problem-solving skills
Listens to others and accepts input from team members
BS/BA preferred or equivalent experience
Typically 4-7 years of experience

Responsibilities

Manage projects and subprojects/work efforts, typically of medium to large size and complexity
Assist in developing project deliverables including project plans, schedules, and status reports
Facilitate meetings including preparing agendas, coordinating schedules and materials, documenting meeting minutes, and following up on action items
Gather, organize, and distribute project-related documentation
Conduct risk monitoring and controls during a project's duration to ensure achievement of expected outcomes on time and on budget
Manage project budgets including developing cost estimates and forecasting
Participate in the creation and execution of project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements
Coordinate the integration of vendor tasks, track, and review vendor deliverables
Administer day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope
Perform duties outside of normal work hours based on business needs
Oversee one or more projects or subprojects on an ongoing basis including project planning, statusing, risk management, budget management, and issue resolution
Assemble project team and assign individual responsibilities
Identify appropriate resources needed and develop schedules to ensure timely completion
Communicate project status and issues to team and management
Act to reduce risk and resolve issues
Coordinate with other projects, work groups, and vendors
Other duties as assigned

Skills

Project Management

Risk Management

Budget Management

Project Planning

Scheduling

Status Reporting

Stakeholder Communication

Team Coordination

Issue Resolution

Agile

Software Development

Infrastructure Projects

First American

Provides title insurance and real estate services

About First American

First American provides title insurance, specialty insurance, and various real estate-related services. Their title insurance protects homebuyers and property owners from potential ownership disputes and financial losses related to real estate transactions. The company offers a platform called myFirstAm®, which allows users to access property information, manage orders, and streamline the closing process from any device. Unlike many competitors, First American has a vast database of property data, with over 5.5 billion document images, making it a leading provider of real estate data solutions. The company's goal is to facilitate smooth real estate transactions while ensuring that clients' investments are protected.

Santa Ana, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1889Year Founded

$800.2MTotal Funding

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Financial Services, Real EstateIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

401k matching

Health, vision, dental insurance

Professional development

Risks

Data breach allegations could harm First American's reputation and lead to legal issues.

Integration of Mother Lode may face challenges and financial risks.

Dependence on digital transformation poses risks if technology advances rapidly.

Differentiation

First American offers comprehensive title insurance and settlement services nationwide.

The company provides a vast database of over 5.5 billion document images.

First American's digital platform, myFirstAm®, enhances real estate transaction efficiency.

Upsides

Acquisition of Mother Lode expands First American's market share in California.

Docutech purchase boosts First American's digital mortgage revenue by 38%.

Growing fintech trends align with First American's digital transformation strategy.

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