Information Technology Project Manager

About the Role

Your Responsibilities

• Lead and independently manage end-to-end delivery of complex, multi-phase IT software deployment projects.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Provide clear stakeholder communication, including executive-level status reporting and issue escalation.
• Apply and enforce PMO best practices, governance standards, and reporting frameworks using tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Smartsheet.
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to ensure successful delivery and business continuity.
• Drive a 360-degree project management approach, balancing scope, resources, risks, and stakeholder impact.
• Collaborate effectively with business teams, IT stakeholders, vendors, and leadership to ensure seamless execution.
• Develop innovative solutions to overcome project challenges and maintain progress.
• Manage system integration, testing strategies, and deployment planning.
• Lead change management efforts to support adoption of new systems and processes.

Duration: Approximately 6-month assignment

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience managing IT software deployment projects.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, multi-phase projects end-to-end.
• Strong knowledge of PMO frameworks, governance models, and project management tools (Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet).
• Expertise in risk assessment, mitigation planning, and strategic problem-solving.
• Ability to balance big-picture thinking with attention to detail.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• PMP or similar project management certifications preferred.
• Experience with IT infrastructure and system integration is a plus.