IT Project Manager (Remote / Hybrid)

Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc. is seeking an IT Project Manager for a 12-month contract in the Phoenix, AZ area. The role supports hybrid work with potential for more onsite days as needed. You will lead small to mid‑size projects, manage teams, and drive budgets, scope, and timelines using PMO tools.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of PM experience across infrastructure, cybersecurity, SCADA, GIS, and enterprise app implementations, plus PMI or equivalent certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, technology, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of project management experience, managing a combination of the following types of projects:
• Network infrastructure and cloud modernization projects
• Cybersecurity, access control, and security standardization
• SCADA and operational technology projects
• Asset management and GIS-related initiatives
• Enterprise applications implementations (CIS, SaaS, and system integrations)
• Application familiarity with: ESRI, IQGEO, Verkada, CUSI, Elements, Splunk, Five9, SAP
• Demonstrated success applying project management concepts and techniques across multiple, simultaneous projects
• Strong communication and presentation skills across all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated analytical skills, including problem solving and critical thinking, with attention to detail
• Ability to facilitate meetings and manage difficult conversations with tact and diplomacy
• Ability to gain and maintain credibility at all levels of the organization
• Understanding of business process improvement and change management desired
• PMI or equivalent certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead small to medium complexity projects, assuming accountability for delivering results.
• Manage project team, including internal and external resources.
• Develop project plans, budgets, scope, timelines, outcomes, and deliverables using company’s PMO tools and templates.
• Conduct analyses to estimate and track project costs and budgets.
• Define resource requirements and negotiate availability with resource managers.
• Manage vendor relationships to align vendor schedules, costs, and deliverables with the overall project plan.
• Establish, maintain, and update project risk log. Resolve project issues and escape as appropriate.
• Manage project change control and follow existing policies.
• Ensure project-related documentation is accurate and complete.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ESRI

IQGEO

Verkada

CUSI

Elements

Splunk

Five9

SAP

Job description

Our client, an energy supplier and community leader, is looking for an IT Project Manager for their Phoenix, Arizona location.

This is 12-month contract position. While the role is currently eligible for remote work, candidates should be aware that hybrid expectations may be introduced in the future. Flexibility to work onsite for up to two days per week, if requested, is preferred.

If this opportunity is well-aligned with your experience and goals, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities for IT Project Manager:

• Lead small to medium complexity projects, assuming accountability for delivering results.
• Manage project team, including internal and external resources.
• Develop project plans, budgets, scope, timelines, outcomes, and deliverables using company’s PMO tools and templates.
• Conduct analyses to estimate and track project costs and budgets.
• Define resource requirements and negotiate availability with resource managers.
• Manage vendor relationships to align vendor schedules, costs, and deliverables with the overall project plan.
• Establish, maintain, and update project risk log. Resolve project issues and escape as appropriate.
• Manage project change control and follow existing policies.
• Ensure project-related documentation is accurate and complete.

Skills and Qualifications for IT Project Manager:

• Bachelor's degree in business, technology, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of project management experience, managing a combination of the following types of projects:
• Network infrastructure and cloud modernization projects
• Cybersecurity, access control, and security standardization
• SCADA and operational technology projects
• Asset management and GIS-related initiatives
• Enterprise applications implementations (CIS, SaaS, and system integrations)
• Application familiarity with: ESRI, IQGEO, Verkada, CUSI, Elements, Splunk, Five9, SAP
• Demonstrated success applying project management concepts and techniques across multiple, simultaneous projects
• Strong communication and presentation skills across all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated analytical skills, including problem solving and critical thinking, with attention to detail
• Ability to facilitate meetings and manage difficult conversations with tact and diplomacy
• Ability to gain and maintain credibility at all levels of the organization
• Understanding of business process improvement and change management desired
• PMI or equivalent certification preferred

About Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc:

Founded in 2006, Motus is an award-winning recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest, specializing in professional services and technology solutions. We are a group of people who not only recognize the importance of representation, but actively fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process. Our goal is to educate organizations on the importance of DEI when hiring, promoting, and supporting diverse employees. We are calling organizations to demonstrate their commitment to DEI by being intentional about who they hire.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.