Maximo Functional Lead

**Introduction** As a Maximo Functional Lead, you will be responsible for translating IBM client business requirements into system requirements that achieve business outcomes. This includes configuring, implementing, and supporting Maximo Application Suite solutions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including project managers, business analysts, team leaders, and administrators, to ensure successful project delivery and customer satisfaction. If you have a strong business and functional background in Maximo and a passion for delivering innovative asset lifecycle management solutions, we want to hear from you! **Your role and responsibilities** Responsibilities: * Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze business requirements, translating them into functional specifications and design documents. * Facilitate client facing discovery and design workshops. * Provide expertise in Maximo application functionality and workflows. * Configure and customize Maximo modules such as Work Order, Asset, Inventory, and Contracts. * Collaborate with technical teams to ensure Maximo integrates seamlessly with other enterprise systems. * Lead large teams in complex projects, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards. * Provide training, support, and documentation to end-users, and assist with user acceptance testing (UAT * Collaborate with project managers and technical architects to estimate project effort and define project timelines. * Troubleshoot issues, support system performance, and manage ongoing enhancements * Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and Maximo enhancements to provide innovative solutions to clients. This job can be performed from anywhere in the US. **Required technical and professional expertise** Required Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. * Extensive experience (8+ years) as a Maximo Functional Leader, working with IBM Maximo EAM and or IBM Maximo Application Suite of products. * Experience (4 years) in project management * Extensive experience (8+ years) in creating and delivering project level documentation (i.e. client briefs, reports, etc. * Experience with Maximo customization using Automation Scripting. * Knowledge of Maximo Asset Management modules, including Work Order, Asset, Inventory, and Contracts. * Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex issues and provide effective solutions. * Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and clients. * Experience in leading and managing complex teams is a plus. * Experience building client relationships with entire project team up through C-suite. * Ability to work in an Agile environment. * Maximo certifications (e.g., IBM Certified Deployment Professional - Maximo Asset Management) **Preferred technical and professional experience** Additional highly desirable skills/qualifications: * Understanding or experience with Maximo Application Suite architecture and its offerings (Monitor, Health, Predict). * Familiarity or experience with IBM Mobile implementation or exposure to IBM Mobile architecture. * Experience in the Energy and Utilities industry, across Transmission, Distribution and Generation for Gas, Electric and Nuclear. * Understanding of Maintenance Excellence, Asset Reliability Principles and Strategies. IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.