Technical Program Manager

| Greater Denver Area | Hybrid
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Workiva started with an idea: to make complex collaboration easy. Out of that idea, we created Wdesk. Wdesk is an all in one platform that simplifies complex collaboration while keeping data in sync, thus reducing risk. Thousands of organizations, including over 70% of the 500 largest U.S. corporations by total revenue, use Wdesk.

The Technical Program Manager will plan, manage, and execute a variety of projects across IT and the lines of business that IT supports. Projects may span teams, departments, or the entire company. This person works with engineering and business stakeholders to identify the business goals, plan the initiative, scope the projects, develop resources, and communicate progress.

Responsibilities:

  • Stitch together a multitude of project components into a cohesive whole, aligned with business priorities, balanced across project constraints, managed to meet project objectives.
  • Identify and create development and training opportunities to support employee and project success.
  • Serves as coach and advisor to matrix team members to facilitate discussion and resolve conflict.
  • Facilitate and manage project processes and understand the methodology, serving as a subject matter expert on agile and project management.
  • Stay current on industry trends and developments.
  • Identify and balance major project constraints including cost, scope, schedule, risk, quality, resources, and customer satisfaction.

Skills:

  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Self-motivated with strong propensity for action, results, and continuous improvement.
  • The ability to work successfully in a high-energy, fast paced, rapidly changing environment.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Strong understanding of IT service management and cloud computing concepts.
  • The ability to work effectively with multiple teams in various locations.
  • Understands, practices, and promotes agile principles.

Experience:

  • 5+ years experience planning and managing complex technical projects with cross-functional teams.
  • Experience working in a cloud environment.
  • Experience using a variety of project approaches including PRINCE2®, PMP®, and agile.
  • Education:
    • Bachelor's Degree preferred.
    • Project management certification, e.g. PMP, agile preferred.
  • Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
    • 10% to 20% travel is required to meet with employees, vendors and/or suppliers.
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Technology we use

  • Engineering
  • Product
  • Sales & Marketing
    • GolangLanguages
    • JavascriptLanguages
    • PythonLanguages
    • Google AppEngineLanguages
    • Open SourceLanguages
    • Dart Languages
    • ReactLibraries
    • CassandraDatabases
    • Graph DatabaseDatabases
    • Google AnalyticsAnalytics
    • JIRAManagement
    • DrupalCMS
    • SalesforceCRM
    • MarketoLead Gen

Location

Workiva is in an ideal location on the banks of the South Platte River surrounded by restaurants and retail shops!

An Insider's view of Workiva

What’s the vibe like in the office?

Workiva is a close-knit workplace where teamwork is highly valued—people encourage and truly appreciate the hard work of their fellow team members and treat each other with respect.

Molly Nitka

Corporate Programs Manager

What is your vision for the company?

Our mission at Workiva—to power transparent reporting for a better world—is supported by our company values: customer success, innovation, trust, integrity, inclusion, collaboration, and accountability. We are successful because we put our employees first, listen to their voices, and respond to their needs.

Marty Vanderploeg

CEO

What are Workiva Perks + Benefits

Workiva Benefits Overview

When you join Workiva, you get a world-class benefits package for you and your family. On day one, every full-time employee starts with stock options, vacation, and the opportunity to enroll in our discounted stock purchase plan.

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision care plans; life and disability insurance; and 12 weeks of paid parental leave. With a casual dress code, support for health and wellness, and flexible work hours, we’ve got you covered for whatever life brings.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Flexible work schedule
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity manifesto
Diversity employee resource groups
We have seven employee resource groups that are formed around a shared interest or common goal. These groups are designed to support their members and cultivate a more diverse & inclusive workspace.
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Company equity
Employee stock purchase plan
Performance bonus
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Generous parental leave
We provide up to 12 weeks of parental leave for the primary caretaker. Workiva also provides 12 weeks of leave for the secondary caretaker.
Family medical leave
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Generous PTO
Paid volunteer time
Paid holidays
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
Company-sponsored happy hours
Pet friendly
Onsite gym
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Workiva offers employees professional development opportunities like Onsite training courses, The ability to attend job related conferences and seminars.
Promote from within
Continuing education available during work hours

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