Sr IT Project Manager

Summary

Sr IT Project Manager Job Summary (List Format)

Project & Stakeholder Coordination

• Lead and manage multiple large, complex IT projects, especially related to capital construction and transit infrastructure.
• Coordinate and oversee projects at various stages (design, review, construction, implementation, closeout).
• Serve as primary liaison among sponsors, stakeholders, technical SMEs, engineering, IT, vendors, and construction teams.
• Facilitate technical design reviews and consolidate SME feedback for timely issue resolution.

Project Planning & Execution

• Lead project teams to define business requirements, develop schedules, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Manage project execution within defined staffing, budget, and resource constraints.
• Host project meetings and provide clear, concise updates to stakeholders and leadership.
• Identify, track, and mitigate project risks and issues to minimize impact on timelines.

Technical Documentation & Review

• Review and coordinate project documentation (drawings, specifications, network diagrams, shop drawings, RFIs).
• Route technical documents to appropriate SMEs for validation and manage RFI/submittal workflows.

Construction & Implementation Oversight

• Coordinate construction oversight by arranging SME site visits, inspections, and documentation reviews.
• Manage implementation activities for IT, communications, electrical, and network components.
• Coordinate operational support needs with technical teams for issue resolution and system updates.

PPM Tool Administration

• Administer PPM tool (Planview or similar): manage user accounts, permissions, training, project intake workflows.
• Work with IT on tool enhancements and issue resolution.

Training & Communication

• Coordinate with business partners to ensure project teams receive necessary training.
• Communicate effectively with business leaders, technical SMEs, and vendors.

Requirements

• 10+ years managing large, complex infrastructure/technology projects (15+ years highly desired).
• Experience with plan review, construction documentation, and NJDCA permitting processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, MS Visio, and review-level AutoCAD/CSI-format documents.
• Experience as primary liaison for project delivery and managing staffing/financial constraints.
• Strong risk management, issue resolution, and project team leadership skills.
• Experience with Planview or similar PPM tools (Clarity, HP PPM, etc.).

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor s or master s degree in electrical engineering or related technical field.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification (required).
• RCDD certification (preferred).