Senior Manager, IT Project Management

📋 Description

• Lead and manage a portfolio of intricate IT projects and programs from initiation to completion.

• Act as the program lead for large-scale, enterprise-wide initiatives that have a significant impact on the business.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define scope, timelines, milestones, and success criteria.

• Ensure that projects are completed on schedule, within the defined scope, and adhering to the budget.

• Promote disciplined project execution utilizing Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies.

• Identify and manage risks, issues, dependencies, and resource limitations.

• Implement mitigation strategies and ensure proactive approaches to problem-solving.

• Establish and maintain project plans, status reports, and documentation.

• Partner with senior business and technology leaders to ensure alignment on priorities and delivery expectations.

• Effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership.

• Facilitate governance forums, steering committees, and project evaluations.

• Manage expectations and foster accountability across cross-functional teams.

• Lead, mentor, and develop project managers and team members as applicable.

• Cultivate a culture of accountability, collaboration, and ongoing improvement.

• Assist in resource planning and capacity management across various projects.

• Develop and oversee project budgets, forecasts, and financial tracking.

• Ensure efficient resource allocation amidst competing priorities.

• Provide transparency in project financials and performance metrics.

• Advocate for best practices, standards, and tools in project management.

• Contribute to the advancement of project governance and delivery frameworks.

• Drive continuous enhancements in delivery processes and results.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, or a related field.

• Over 10 years of experience in IT project/program management.

• At least 5 years of experience leading complex, enterprise-scale initiatives.

• Demonstrated success in delivering technology projects in a matrixed, stakeholder-driven environment.

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid).

• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management abilities.

• Experience within a law firm or professional services setting.

• PMP, PgMP, Agile (Scrum/SAFe), or similar certification is preferred.

• Familiarity with enterprise systems (e.g., document management, finance, HR, CRM platforms).

🏝️ Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Life and disability insurance.

• Retirement & Savings Plan.

• Emergency back-up child and adult care.

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Employee recognition and rewards programs.

• Employee wellness and assistance initiatives.

• Employee discounts and additional perks.