Project Manager, Change & Technology

Socket.dev; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

HSA/FSA

Paid time off

Wellness program

Job summary

The University of New Mexico Foundation is seeking a collaborative Project Manager, Change & Technology to drive technology initiatives and organizational effectiveness. You will partner with business and technical teams to define objectives, manage plans, and communicate status to leaders.

The role supports change management activities, coordinates testing, training, and readiness, and ensures compliance with governance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IS, Science, Business, or related field.
• 3-5 years managing technology projects or related roles.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities.
• Collaborative, customer-focused approach.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Experience with enterprise-level systems and integrations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support technology projects through the full lifecycle.
• Define objectives, maintain plans and timelines.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and communicate status to stakeholders.
• Coordinate testing, training, documentation, and readiness activities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Collaborative, customer-focused

Experience coordinating cross-function

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Science, Business, or related experience

Tools

CRM platforms

Enterprise systems integrations

Job description

What We Seek:

We are seeking a collaborative, detail-oriented Project Manager, Change & Technology to support the successful delivery of technology initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness, stakeholder engagement, and business operations. This position serves as a key liaison between business and technical teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with strategic objectives.

The ideal candidate has experience managing complex technology projects, coordinating cross-functional teams, and supporting organizational change management efforts. They possess strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills, along with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

What We Require:

The successful candidate will lead and support technology projects through the full project lifecycle, from planning and execution to implementation and close-out. Working closely with business stakeholders, technical teams, and external vendors, this individual will help define project objectives, maintain project plans and timelines, monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure clear communication throughout each phase of the project. The role requires the ability to facilitate meetings, coordinate cross-functional activities, and provide regular project status updates to stakeholders and leadership.

In addition, the Project Manager, Change & Technology will support organizational change management efforts associated with new technologies, systems, and processes. This includes coordinating testing, training, documentation, and business readiness activities to promote successful adoption and long-term sustainability of project outcomes. The ideal candidate is organized, adaptable, and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while ensuring compliance with organizational standards, governance practices, and project management best practices. A commitment to collaboration, customer service, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality results is essential.

The minimum education and experience required:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Science, Business, or related experience.
• 3-5 years of experience managing technology projects or related roles.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with competing priorities, maintaining consistency, organization and pay close attention to detail.
• Collaborative, customer-focused approach.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with enterprise-level systems and integrations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management certification, preferred but not required.
• Change management certification such as Prosci or CCMP, preferred but not required.
• Experience supporting organizational change management initiatives.
• Experience managing complex technology projects with multiple workstreams.
• Experience with enterprise CRM platforms and digital transformation initiatives.
• Experience working within nonprofit, higher education, advancement, or fundraising environments.

Compensation Salary Range:

The expected salary for this position is $80,000 - $95,000. This range is an estimate, and the final salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s experience and qualifications, consideration of any approved geographic salary differential, and alignment with internal equity guidelines to ensure consistency across similar roles.

Why Join the Foundation:

The UNM Foundation is a diverse, inclusive, and mission-driven community dedicated to advancing the University's impact through research, education, and service. Our staff collaborate with passionate development professionals and enjoy competitive benefits, including healthcare, professional development, flexible paid leave, paid holidays, wellness programs, and strong retirement contributions. We value diverse perspectives and unique experiences, fostering a welcoming environment where you can make a lasting difference in New Mexico and beyond.

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Business Hours:

• Monday through Friday
• Operating Hours from 8:00am - 5pm (MST)
• Weekend availability for some positions

Work Location:

700 Lomas Blvd. NE, Two Woodward Center, Albuquerque, NM 87102 (Eligible for remote or hybrid work schedule)

Accessibility:

The University of New Mexico Foundation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

If you are interested in applying for employment with us and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please contact Robert Moreno, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Generalist, at (505)-313-7657.

The University of New Mexico Foundation participates in E-Verify+ and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship decisions are based on job requirements, business needs, and applicable law.