Information Technology Project Manager 4

Chipton-Ross, Inc.; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Chipton-Ross is seeking an Information Technology Project Manager 4 for a contract opportunity in Pascagoula, MS. The role leads large-scale IT initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams and vendors to deliver on-time, on-budget outcomes.

The ideal candidate has PMI-aligned practices, strong leadership and communication skills, and a proven track record of managing complex projects in manufacturing or shipbuilding environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required and must be from an accredited school.
• PM experience with complex programs and outsourcing partners is essential.
• Strong leadership, communication, and financial acumen are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex IT projects from initiation to close with cross-functional teams and vendors.
• Define project scope, develop detailed plans, manage risks, and report progress to stakeholders.
• Establish PMO-aligned practices and governance across initiatives.

Skills

PMP

Multi-project management

Leadership

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Strong technical background

Communication skills

Budget management

Shipbuilding knowledge

Ambiguity handling

Microsoft Planner Premium

AI literacy

AI-powered PM tools

AI concepts application

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; accredited school

Tools

Microsoft Planner Premium

Job description

Chipton-Ross is seeking an Information Technology Project Manager 4 for a contract opportunity in Pascagoula, MS.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):

• High School diploma and 13 years of experience, Associates degree and 11 years of experience, Bachelor's degree and 9 years of experience, Master's degree or above and 7 years of experience or a PHD and 5 years of experience.
• PMP
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects within complex organizational structures involving outsourced partners and managed service providers.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong technical background
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to non-technical and executive audiences.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with complex budget management.
• Experience in shipbuilding or other manufacturing industry is highly desirable.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity with ease while introducing the right level of structure
• Experience with Microsoft Planner Premium
• AI Literacy:
• Demonstrable experience with AI-powered project management tools for predictive scheduling, resource optimization, or advanced risk analysis.
• Strong understanding of AI concepts as they apply to the project management domain and IT operations.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Level 4 IT Project Manager to lead our most complex, high-impact, and large-scale technology initiatives. As a Project Manager at HII, you'll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish - working with cross-functional partners across the company, business stakeholders, IT Management, enterprise resources, managed service providers, and vendors. You will act as a strategic orchestrator to deliver measurable business value. You will be responsible for defining project scope, developing detailed plans, managing cross-functional teams, mitigating risks, and communicating progress to all stakeholders.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with a proven track record of delivering complex IT projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, and the ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams. This role bridges the gap between technical implementation and business impact-ensuring projects are aligned with strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities include: established project management best practices and methodologies aligned with PMI standards, including structured planning, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and adherence to PMO governance.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

School must be accredited.

WORK HOURS:

Full-Time 5/40, workweek.