OVERVIEW OF THE COMPANY

Fox Sports

FOX Sports, the industry leader in live events, is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporation’s wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Network; FS1, FS2, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes, as well as a joint-venture business in the Big Ten Network and digital properties including http://FOXSports.com and the FOX Sports App. FOX Sports has delivered the most watched television program, NFL’s America’s Game of the Week on FOX, for fourteen consecutive years.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Join our FOX Sports Systems Engineering
• Project Management Team as an exceptional Freelance Technical Project Manager. We are seeking a dynamic individual with a strong background in technology and project management to lead and execute complex projects efficiently.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee planning, scheduling, budgeting, communication, issue resolution, change management, vendor management, risk management, resource management, and equipment ordering
• Work alongside the technical lead for each project
• Develop and implement project plans for multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Collaborate with stakeholders to refine project scopes, requirements, design, build, and testing/commissioning to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery
• Lead cross-functional meetings with internal and external teams, including stakeholders, engineering, designers, management, vendors, and facilities
• Effectively convey project information to stakeholders, team members, and management
• Ensure timely delivery, invoice payments, and reconciliation with the finance system
• Manage all project phases, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure
• Timely escalation and reporting of issues, risks, assumptions, and dependencies (RAID)
• Regularly update management on project and task status

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• 5+ years in a technical project management role leading complex projects or a related college degree
• Familiarity with various project management methodologies
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for diverse audiences
• Exceptional project leadership, presentation skills, and meeting facilitation with senior management and stakeholders
• Detail-oriented, multitasking abilities, and a proactive approach to challenges
• Strong emotional intelligence and ability to manage cross-functional teams
• Proactive in finding solutions and resolving roadblocks
• Ability to comprehend technical and design documents
• Capacity to manage high-pressure situations and frequent changes
• Big-picture thinking and strategic vision
• Strong integrity, professionalism, and a drive for success
• Skilled in Microsoft Outlook/Office, Zoom, Smartsheet, OKTA, Google Suite, Slack, Box, and scheduling tools
• Moderate physical health suitable for navigating construction sites safely

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER:

• BS degree or equivalent
• PMP, MBA, or CSM
• Experience with broadcast systems, consulting, or client services is advantageous but not mandatory

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable law.

Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay rate/range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is $54.57-60.10 per hour.