IT Project Manager

Potter Global Technologies; Maryland Heights (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership

Health plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Potter Global Technologies, a life-safety tech leader, seeks an IT Project Manager to oversee full project lifecycles, coordinating business and technical teams to deliver on time and within scope. The role emphasizes ownership, collaboration, and a drive for safe, reliable solutions.

This is an on-site position in Maryland Heights, MO, with a mission to connect people to life-saving technology. You’ll manage kickoff, planning, scheduling, budgets, risk, and vendor coordination, while producing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field required.
• 3–5 years of IT project management experience preferred.
• Experience managing software implementation, infrastructure, cybersecurity, ERP, cloud, or digital transformation projects.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams across business and tech areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead project kickoff meetings and planning sessions.
• Create and maintain project schedules and timelines.
• Coordinate work across business and technical teams.
• Track progress, milestones, risks, and issues.
• Manage budgets, resources, and vendor coordination.
• Prepare executive reports and closeout activities.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree

ITPM

Cross-functional teams

MS Office

Smartsheet

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT

Tools

Smartsheet

MS Teams

Project tools

MS Office

Job description

Join Us as an IT Project Manager at Potter Global TechnologiesAt Potter Global Technologies, we’ve been protecting lives around the world for over 125 years—and we’re just getting started. We’re a global leader in life safety solutions, committed to saving lives through innovative technology and trusted partnerships.Our vision is for our customers to know us globally as their innovative, easy-to-do-business-with, best-in-class life-safety product partner. And our mission? With a passion for creating safer environments worldwide, our mission is to provide our customers with a team of real people that connect them with reliable expertise in life safety applications.If you're inspired by purpose, energized by collaboration, and thrive in an environment of feedback, ownership, and experimentation—you’ll feel at home here.As an IT Project Manager, you will oversee the full lifecycle of technology projects by coordinating teams, managing tasks, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring each initiative is delivered on time, within scope, and in support of core business objectives. Ready to make an impact? Apply now!What You’ll DoLead project kickoff meetings and planning sessions.Create and maintain project schedules and timelines.Coordinate work across business and technical teams.Track project progress and milestone completion.Identify and manage project risks and issues.Manage project budgets and resource allocations.Facilitate status meetings and prepare executive reports.Coordinate testing and production deployments.Ensure project documentation is complete and current.Manage scope changes and change requests.Work with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and services.Conduct project closeout activities, including lessons learned and transition to support.Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support team goals and project milestones.What You BringExperience That Drives SuccessBachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Management Information Systems, or a related field3–5 years of IT project management experienceExperience managing software implementation, infrastructure, cybersecurity, ERP, cloud, or digital transformation projectsExperience managing cross‑functional teamsTechnical proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet, Microsoft Teams, project management tools, and a basic understanding of networking, cloud computing/services, and ERP systemsKey Strengths & SkillsActs with integrity, professionalism, and confidentialityStrong verbal and written communication skillsProactive time management and ability to work on many projects at various points of the product development cycle.Bias for action and ability to work with a sense of urgencyCollaboration skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteOur CultureWe build strong relationships—with teammates, partners, and customersWe take pride in knowing every product we build serves the purpose of protecting livesWe listen actively, coach frequently, and own our resultsWe foster innovation, value curiosity, and believe that experimentation is part of growthWe create a welcoming and inclusive space where everyone belongsWe take ownership of our work—quality and safety are at the core of what we doBenefits That MatterEmployee Ownership Program – You’re not just an employee—you’re an owner. We share success together.Competitive health, dental, and vision plans401(k) with company matchGenerous paid time off and holidaysContinuous learning and development opportunitiesFinancial Wellness programs including complimentary Certified Financial Planner sessionsRecognition programs that celebrate individual and team winsA mission-driven team that supports life-saving outcomes, every dayLocationThis is a full-time position, on-site at our Corporate Office located in Maryland Heights, MO.Ready to Apply?Ready to make a real impact? If you’re driven, curious, and excited to grow with a team that’s changing the world—and where you’re not just an employee but an owner—we want you on board!Join us, and let’s create safer environments together—making a global difference you’ll be proud to own.