Senior Project Manager IT

  • Torrance, Ca, OH
  • Posted 13 hours ago | Updated 1 hour ago

Overview

On Site
USD 55.00 - 66.00 per hour
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent

Skills

Budget
Cost-benefit Analysis
Issue Resolution
Scheduling
Status Reports
Computer Science
Information Systems
Business Administration
Project Management
Curriculum
Management
Project Budget
Risk Assessment
Agile
Waterfall
Communication
Decision-making
Analytical Skill
Collaboration
Finance
Accounting
Marketing
Legal
Customer Support
Online Training
Artificial Intelligence
Insurance
.NET

Job Details

Description

We are looking for an experienced Senior IT Project Manager to lead and oversee complex projects. This position requires a strong ability to manage cross-functional teams, coordinate resources, and ensure project milestones are achieved within scope, budget, and timeline.

Long term contract role. The candidate must be available to work onsite for at least four days a week.

Responsibilities:

Develop comprehensive project plans, assign tasks to team members, and monitor daily progress to ensure alignment with objectives.

Track and evaluate key project milestones, adjusting plans and resources as necessary to meet deadlines.

Facilitate clear communication across enterprise teams, managing scope, budget, risks, and resources effectively.

Lead one or more cross-functional projects of high complexity using Agile or Waterfall methodologies.

Gain a high-level understanding of business domains to align project deliverables with organizational goals.

Oversee medium to large-scale projects, ensuring proper cost analysis, issue resolution, and schedule management.

Conduct risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and implement plans to address potential challenges.

Provide regular status reports to stakeholders, highlighting progress, key decisions, and any concerns.

Collaborate with technical and architectural teams to ensure project solutions are effective and scalable.

Ensure high-quality outcomes by performing thorough reviews and addressing any deviations promptly.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Project Management certification or completion of a recognized project management curriculum is preferred.
At least 10-12 years of IT work experience, including 5 years managing complex projects.
Advanced understanding of program and project budgeting, including planning and tracking.
Proven ability to implement project plans, monitor resource usage, and maintain quality standards.
Strong expertise in risk assessment and mitigation strategies for IT projects.
Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies and ability to apply them effectively.
Exceptional communication, decision-making, and analytical skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams.

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