IT Project Manager III

$113,668 - $203,468/Yr

I C W Group - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Diego, CA

About the position

The IT Project Manager III at ICW Group is responsible for managing multiple project teams or a single large team on complex projects. This role emphasizes effective collaboration, communication, and the application of project management best practices to ensure successful project delivery. The position requires a strategic mindset, the ability to lead cross-functional teams, and a focus on delivering impactful business results while navigating change and challenges.

Responsibilities

• Manages multiple project teams or a single large team on projects of greater complexity and risk.
• Manages the team's execution of project tasks with a focus on outcomes and integrity.
• Facilitates effective collaboration within the team to deliver impactful business results.
• Seeks opportunities to improve team value through constructive suggestions.
• Utilizes data for decision-making and addresses complex issues with new insights.
• Communicates project progress and escalations effectively to stakeholders.
• Leads internal status meetings and manages meeting documentation.
• Works closely with technical teams to develop and track release milestones and schedules.
• Recommends project management principles and best practices for project success.
• Guides team members on project management best practices and expands personal mastery.
• Coordinates project activities, identifies resources, and develops schedules for timely project completion.
• Creates and executes project plans, revising as necessary to meet changing needs.
• Provides regular updates and progress reports to internal teams and stakeholders.
• Collaborates with business and project teams to define project scope, requirements, and deliverables.
• Tracks key project milestones and adjusts plans/resources as needed.
• Communicates issues, risks, and action items in a timely manner.
• Monitors compliance with project plans and ensures adherence to policies and procedures.
• Assists with vendor management and ensures agreements are met.
• Acts as a key point of contact for stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Facilitates decision-making necessary for project delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or related field required; Master's Degree preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant technology experience required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Project Manager required.
• Previous lead or supervisory experience is required.
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) required within 90 days of hire.
• Project Management Professional (PMP), IT Service Management (ITIL), and Process Optimization (BPM, Six Sigma, Lean) certifications preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of insurance is preferred but not required.
• Strong user skills in MS Office applications, including MS Project and Visio.
• Familiarity with a variety of IT concepts, practices, tools, and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401K retirement plans with company match.
• Bonus potential for all positions.
• Paid Time Off with an accrual rate of 5.23 hours per pay period (equal to 17 days per year).
• 10 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
• 100% support for continued learning.