Sr. IT Project Manager

Position Overview

The Senior IT Project Manager oversees the organization's planning, implementation, and tracking of various IT projects. They will ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.

The Sr. IT Project Manager works closely with stakeholders to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables and effectively communicates project status and progress.

Responsibilities Include :

Project Planning :

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.

Project Execution :

• Lead project teams through all phases of project execution, ensuring adherence to project plans and timelines.
• Coordinate activities across multiple departments or teams to achieve project objectives.
• Monitor and track project progress, identifying and addressing any issues or obstacles that may arise.

Resource Management :

• Effectively allocate resources to support project goals.
• Coordinate with resource managers to ensure adequate staffing levels and the availability of necessary resources.
• Manage external vendors or contractors as needed.

Risk Management :

• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project outcomes.
• Proactively assess and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Stakeholder Communication :

• Establish and maintain effective communication channels with project stakeholders, including project sponsors, team members, and other relevant parties.
• Provide regular updates on project status, milestones, and key decisions.

Quality Assurance :

• Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards and fulfill stakeholder requirements.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation to verify the functionality and performance of IT systems or solutions.

Change Management :

• Facilitate change management processes to support adopting new technologies or processes introduced by IT projects.
• Address resistance to change and promote user acceptance through training and communication.

Documentation and Reporting :

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
• For management review, generate regular reports on project progress, status, and performance metrics.

Qualifications and Skills :

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Proven experience in IT project management, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in a project management role in an IT environment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, such as Agile, Scrum, or Waterfall.
• Knowledge of IT systems and technologies, focusing on software development, infrastructure, or enterprise applications.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is a plus.

Additional Requirements :

• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Disclaimer

This position description is not intended, and should not be considered to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort or working conditions associated with the job.

It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, personal development, and compensation.

Flexible work from home options available.