Lead Project Manager for Human Resources

Tesoro Corporation, a Fortune 100 company, is a leading independent refiner and marketer of petroleum products with a strategically focused presence in the western United States. Tesoro, through our subsidiaries, owns and operates seven refineries with a combined capacity of over 895,000 barrels per day. Our retail-marketing system includes over 2,400 retail stations under the ARCO®, Shell®, Exxon®, Mobil®, USA Gasoline™, Rebel™ and Tesoro® brands.

Manages all aspects of projects related to human resources information systems from initiation to completion. Ensures projects are completed on time, in accordance with project specifications, and within approved budget. The successful candidate will be placed at a level commensurate with experience and qualifications.

- Work closely with management to ensure alignment of project priorities with organizational goals. - Monitor and report on portfolio of projects, including project milestones, cost and schedule variances, potential risks and other key portfolio issues. - Analyzes project requirements and develops project plan and charter. - Estimates costs, resources and time required to complete deliverables. - Coordinates activities of project team and/or outside contractors to ensure milestones are met. - Tracks project progress and monitors performance against plan. - Identifies and resolves issues; escalates issues as necessary. - Facilitates meetings and prepares reports and presentations to communicate project status. - Trains, mentors, and assists in providing direction to other Project Managers.

**Education** - Bachelor's degree required - PMP certification preferred **Experience** - Minimum 6 years of project management experience required - Minimum 4 years of experience managing multiple, concurrent projects using disciplined project management principles, practices, and methodologies - Advanced understanding of project management principles, practices, and methodologies - Effective oral and written communication skills - Ability to present to management - Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Project - Ability to independently lead large and complex projects