Operations Manager - Chicago

MS2 is a national leader in transportation data management and analysis and has the largest traffic count database in North America. More than 270 agencies in 31 US States, and 3 Canadian Provinces, including 28 state Departments of Transportation, are using MS2 software to manage their transportation data. MS2 is located in the beautiful city of Ann Arbor, Michigan, the home of high-tech industries and the University of Michigan. Residents of the city enjoy beautiful parks, mature neighborhoods, amenities of the Huron River (a state-designated Natural River) and easy access to downtown Detroit or to colorful “Pure Michigan” woods and waterways. MS2 is a friendly, open, team working to support our clients' software needs. Employees work on a variety of tasks and are given a high degree of responsibility. We offer an excellent environment for transportation professionals. MS2 offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. We're building the next generation of Transportation Data Management Systems and we need your help! We're a small team and you'll have an opportunity to make a big impact. Position Description MS2 is looking for a Software Project Manager to manage the development of innovative software and data analytics for transportation planning and traffic engineering. An MS2 Software Project Manager will be responsible for concurrent projects and is expected to actively work with our clients. The position is open to professionals with software project management experience. Candidate must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to relate to clients and staff in a professional, thoughtful, and pleasant manner. Candidate must be able to effectively and professionally represent MS2 at meetings or other public forums. Being an active member of a professional organization is a plus. Candidate must be flexible to do assignments as necessary. This is a full-time position. Occasional, overnight travel is required (estimated at 1-2 times per year). Responsibilities: Project Management (approximately 60%) Manages assigned IT projects to ensure adherence to budget, schedule and scope of project. Be the main interface to MS2’s software engineers, the clients and internal leadership and be responsible for software project deliverables Build project schedules, and provide ongoing project plan/status reporting for weekly staff meetings Make decisions and communicate trade‐offs and risks; drive key decisions across projects Prepare documentation such as requirements and user manuals Drive collaboration across teams and advance project goals Carefully track project deadlines and work closely with MS2 development to meet timelines Contribute to improvement and ongoing refinement of software development lifecycle processes Contribute to technical and cost proposals Coordinate tasks, milestones and availability of project resources Facilitate discussions with both client and internal users and document specifications. Effectively communicate to MS2 development client requests, ideas for new software modules or ideas for user interface improvement Perform quality assurance for system enhancements. Frequent communication with clients Subject Matter Expert (approximately 30%) Conduct methodology research to help guide new software features or solutions Develop solution technical concepts based on an understanding of the data management needs of our clients Business Development (approximately 10%) Work with Business Development Manager to grow MS2 in new market areas. Attend professional conferences as directed to represent MS2. Cross‐sell other MS2 products and services to existing clients Requirements Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Systems, or related field 3 or more years experience as a Project Manager, or similar role Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Project Excellent writing skills, as well as outstanding proofreading skills Excellent attention to detail – gets it right the first time Experience with the full software development life cycle (SDLC) Well organized self-starter with strong project management skills who can independently move projects forward, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines Preferred: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification Membership in related professional organizaion(s) Previous experience with Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model Previous experience in transportation planning or traffic engineering Benefits We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. We promote a strong work/life balance at MS2. We encourage our employees to pursue their professional interests and take ownership of projects from start to finish. You’ll be working with big data and cloud-based solutions using the latest technologies as part of a fun and energetic team. We get along so well, we even have regular nights out and company sponsored dinners to celebrate our successes! It’s a great place to work. Salary: $70,000-$115,000, to be determined based on the candidate’s individual skills and experience. Benefits: Participation in the MS2 annual bonus program 401(k) w matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Disability insurance Vision insurance We Want You to Be You at MS2: At MS2 a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace is one where all employees, whatever their race, gender, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education, disability, religion, or veteran status, feel valued and respected. We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and provide equal opportunity for employment and advancement in all of our departments and programs. We respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages and ensure that all voices are valued and heard. MS2 is committed to maintaining a welcoming environment with equitable treatment for all, and we strive to: Provide a working environment where all employees feel safe, comfortable, and valued. See diversity, inclusion, and equity as connected to our mission and critical to ensure the well-being of our staff and the agencies we serve. Examine and dismantle any inequities within our policies, systems, programs, and services, and continually update and report our progress to our employees. Explore potential underlying, unquestioned assumptions that interfere with inclusiveness. Encourage company-wide thinking about how systemic inequities impact our organization’s work, and how best to address that in a way that is consistent with our mission. Help to challenge assumptions about what it takes to be a strong leader at our organization, and who is well-positioned to provide leadership. Practice and encourage respectful and transparent communication in all interactions. Commit time and resources to expand more diverse leadership at all levels of our organization. Lead with respect and tolerance. We expect all employees to embrace this notion and to express it in workplace interactions and through everyday practices. MS2 wants every employee to feel our commitment to showing respect for everyone, and we encourage open communication that enables each person to be their best self. MS2 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Hybrid Work We require you to work in the office generally at least one day per week. This is not a fully remote position, but we may provide relocation assistance to successful candidates.

Must have experience working as a Network Operations Center Tech. Can lead a team of 5 people. Must have ticketing sysstem experience. Must know Office 365 administration. Must have Active Directory skills, MFA Software experience MDM software experience Must know Amazon Web Service Must know Azure Entrra skills EDR Sofware Skills Must have excellent writing and communications skills. Must be able to create and maintain documentation.

About Proactive Technology Management At Proactive Technology Management (PTM), we're passionate about helping businesses thrive in the digital age. Our Project Management Office (PMO) plays a critical role in delivering a wide range of technology solutions to our clients. We are a team of expert project managers, consultants, and software and data architects who work together to create innovative, data-driven solutions that transform businesses. We specialize in delivering projects across various domains, including full-stack development, hyperautomation, cloud data analytics, and LLM-based generative AI. About the Role We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technical Project Manager to join our PMO team. This is a mid-senior level, full-time remote position that sits at the interface of our consultant and project manager roles. You will be the primary point of contact for our clients, guiding them through the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to solution delivery and beyond. Requirements Responsibilities Collaborate with clients to understand their business needs and translate them into clear, actionable technical requirements. Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, using our Monday.com-based project management system. Lead and manage a cross-functional team of engineers, developers, and other technical specialists to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within budget. Ensure projects adhere to our Way of Working principles, including Lean UX, GTD-inspired workflows, and the C4 model for architectural clarity. Communicate project progress and risks to clients and internal stakeholders effectively and proactively. Manage client expectations and ensure their satisfaction with our services. Contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes and methodologies. Perform enterprise data modeling tasks as required, including planning entities, attributes, and relationships to support business processes and reporting needs. Qualifications 5+ years of combined experience in technical project management, engineering management, or technical product ownership, with a proven track record of successful project delivery. Strong understanding of software development methodologies, including Agile and Lean UX. Experience working with cloud-based technologies, including Microsoft Azure (strongly preferred) and AWS (desirable). Experience with data warehousing, hyperautomation, and AI/ML is a plus. Excellent English communication, interpersonal management, project leadership, and presentation skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team. Bachelor’s degree in any STEM field strongly preferred. Familiarity with C4 architecture and systems thinking. Proven system analysis and data analysis skills, including ER diagramming and data modeling. Domain knowledge in wealth management, financial services, revenue cycle management (RCM), electronic health records (EHR), and practice management systems (PMS) is highly desirable. Benefits Full Medical Benefits 2 Weeks Paid Vacation Full Time Dental & vision insurance 401(k) matching

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The Tsui Group is seeking a qualified and experienced candidate to join our aviation team as a Project Manager V - Terminal Delivery Director in Los Angeles County. The position is responsible for managing the scope, schedule and operational interfaces of all design & construction related activities for a given Terminal Modernization project.  Essential Job Duties: Ensuring implementation of a quality assurance plan and monitoring of all design & construction activities with a robust quality control process for all phases of the project Overseeing, managing, and mitigating risks of technical design & construction interfaces between projects, contractors, and third parties Supervising and guiding the project teams in conjunction with the TDIP leadership and project managers of the terminal program Implementing, supervising, guiding, and monitoring of the logistics activities during all construction phases of all projects of the terminal program, both with reference to construction, operations, and maintenance aspects. Overseeing, implementing, supervising, and monitoring testing and commissioning Monitoring dispute resolution for all LAWA inspection deviations Facilitating the flow of information between the terminal program and the other various LAWA projects (currently ongoing and those in the planning phase) and the various divisions/groups within LAWA (ADG, CDD, CALM, etc.). i.e.: technical liaison with and between all TDIP project teams  Identifying and resolving potential problems related to design & construction activities between the various TDIP terminal contracts and other LAWA projects Reviewing and commenting on design plans and technical documents related to constructability and logistics Assisting in risk management and mitigation for the terminal program to facilitate the schedule and support cost containment Evaluating activities affecting traffic both within the CTA and regionally around the airport in support of the CALM group, including coordinating traffic analysis for temporary and permanent configurations. Supporting scheduling activities, including the coordination of the terminal program schedule with the schedules of other LAWA projects affecting the program Facilitating interface coordination meetings among the project teams Working with the project teams to verify that all interface elements and the integrated system are functioning as expected Monitoring schedule progress and anticipating potential issues that may affect key milestones Developing, tracking, and managing the sequence of work for the various terminal projects Coordinating quality and safety requirements with LAWA Inspection Estimating (supported by the ADG estimating team)·       Coordinating review of design-builder estimates on LAWA-managed projects forcontractual compliance and, where required, alignment with fair market value Overseeing review of change proposals for contractual compliance and whererequired, alignment with fair market value Coordinating the provision of conceptual estimates for new scopes of work Coordinating assistance to project managers with change order negotiation andpreparation of records of negotiation Ensuring citation and record of pricing sources used in preparing estimates May assume other duties as required/needed. Maybe required to work past regular work shift. Maybe required to work various shifts as needed. Requirements Minimum Required Qualifications and Skills: 20 years or more experience, preferably on airport projects Has demonstrable specialized experience / area of expertise Experience with projects more than $250 million in value. Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design+CMAR and Design/Build Proven ability to perform in a management capacity Excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations Must have a self-starter attitude with proactive, results-oriented focus; and willing and capable to assume additional responsibilities Must be able to interface with a variety of people with different technical levels and educational backgrounds Must be detail oriented and highly organized Education/Training/Certifications: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning or other related technical field required Master's degree preferred Relevant professional licensure and/or certification are strongly preferred. Certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc. Hardware/Software Knowledge: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam  Familiarity with Project Management Information Systems Ability to work in CAD or REVIT preferred  Benefits Salary Range: $243,000-$248,000 Medical, Vision, & Dental – 100% covered for the employee* Life and Disability Insurance 10.5 days of Vacation pay (Accrued) 6 days of Sick pay (Available Immediately) 10 days of Holiday pay (9 Holidays, 1 Personal Day) 3% Employer Contribution 401k (After 1 year of service) Monthly Stipend for Cell Phone Laptop for work purposes

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