Senior IT Project Manager

Our client, a Boston-based University, is in need of a contract Senior IT Project Manager for a long-term hybrid assignment, which is expected to last a minimum of 12 months. This position was created to backfill for some projects that the school has in progress.

The most important skills the Hiring Manager is looking for is:

• Stake holder experience
• Team leadership
• Monitoring and reporting of financial oversight

The position requires 3 days working onsite at the Boston campus, and 2 days working remotely.

The university’s Division of Information Technology Services (ITS) is seeking a highly experienced and motivated individual to join their team as a Senior ITS Project Manager
. This role is responsible for driving the successful delivery of large-scale, complex IT projects and programs that support the university’s strategic priorities. The Senior Project Manager will lead cross‑functional teams, manage diverse stakeholder expectations, and ensure that all initiatives are delivered within scope, schedule, and budget—while aligning business value and user needs.

The ideal candidate will be a self‑starter with a proven track record of managing complex strategic IT initiatives in dynamic environments. This role requires a strategic thinker who is also hands‑on, with strong leadership and influencing skills.

• Bachelor’s Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Project management training/certification preferred (e.g., PMP, Agile, PRINCE2).

• 8–10 years of progressive IT project management experience, including managing large, complex, cross‑functional IT initiatives in matrixed organizations.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering enterprise‑level technology projects, such as CRM, ERP, infrastructure, data integration, or cloud‑based systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience engaging with business units, technical teams, and executive stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable project plans.
• Proven ability to lead diverse project teams, set direction, communicate vision, and influence outcomes without direct authority.
• Experienced in navigating organizational change, managing competing priorities, and driving projects forward in ambiguous or evolving environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading organizational change for enterprise technology implementations including adoption and post‑go‑live stabilization.
• A strong history of using data‑driven insights to guide project planning and risk management.

• Expert in project management methodologies, including Waterfall, Agile, and hybrid approaches.
• Proficient with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, Service Now, or Jira.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Strong system‑thinking capability to understand and manage interactions between technology and business processes.
• Ability to frame and communicate complex information clearly to drive alignment and informed decision‑making.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships, foster collaboration, and resolve conflicts across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Deep understanding of business processes and IT alignment, with the ability to deliver measurable value.
• Skilled in resource planning and budgeting for large‑scale projects.
• Self‑motivated, organized, and capable of working independently in fast‑paced environments.
• Good understanding of current and emerging technologies and how other enterprises are employing them to drive digital business.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of business needs, with the ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence.

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multiple large and complex IT projects across departments, ensuring alignment with university priorities and strategies.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, milestones, scope statements, budgets, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Ensure project scope and plans address technology delivery, as well as change, readiness, and operational transition.
• Conduct…