Manager, Project (technical) II POST NUMBER: 453313
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Project Manager to lead medium to large-scale internal IT and business projects. This role is responsible for managing scope, schedule, budget, and risk while ensuring alignment with company goals and strategy. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong communication skills and a passion for process improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage internal IT/business projects from initiation to completion
- Develop and execute project work plans, adapting to changing needs
- Coordinate resources and teams, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes
- Manage project financials, including forecasting, budgeting, and reporting
- Facilitate project reviews, audits, and executive status updates
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders, sponsors, and team members
- Ensure projects are delivered on-time, within scope, and on budget
Essential Functions:
- Develop and maintain project communication plans (15%)
- Identify and manage resources, risks, and changes (10%)
- Define schedules, critical paths, and deliverables (15%)
- Oversee financials and resource utilization (15%)
- Lead project reviews and reporting (15%)
- Deliver projects that meet functional and quality specifications (25%)
Qualifications:
Education & Certifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
- Project Management certification or equivalent
Experience:
- 7 years in IT with broad technical understanding (applications, databases, networking, telecom)
- 5 years in Project Management with team leadership experience
- Experience may be accepted in lieu of formal education
Skills & Knowledge:
- Experience with application development or infrastructure deployment projects
- Familiarity with SDLC methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Iterative)
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Visio, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Basic familiarity with Clarity or similar project management tools
What We’re Looking For:
- Structured and detail-oriented mindset
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Passion for process improvement and innovation
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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