Project Manager II, ITS

Loyola Marymount University; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

LMU ITS is seeking a Project Manager II for a one-year term to lead multiple large projects. You will manage the full project life cycle, develop documentation, and coordinate resources to deliver on time and within scope and budget.

The role requires five years of experience leading technology projects, PMP/Agile desirable, and strong communication with diverse stakeholders in a university setting. Salary ranges reflect experience and education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science, information systems management, business administration, project management, or a related field.
• Professional certification in project management (i.e. PMP, Agile) is desirable.
• Minimum of five (5) years of hands‑on experience leading/managing technology projects.
• Experience in higher education environment is preferred.
• General experience in ERP level system implementations is a plus.
• Familiarity with PMO environments and project governance, portfolio management, and best‑practice frameworks.
• Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget with knowledge of traditional and agile methodologies.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full project life cycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout for assigned projects.
• Develop and maintain project documentation such as charters, project plans, schedules, budgets, risk registers, communication plans, and status reports using PMO templates.
• Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure on-time, in-scope, within-budget delivery.
• Facilitate regular project team meetings, track actions, and manage issues, risks and dependencies.
• Engage with stakeholders, sponsors, vendors, and cross-functional teams to align with objectives and university goals.
• Prepare and present project status updates for ITS leadership.

Skills

Project management

PMP

Agile

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Leadership

Budgeting

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in CS/IS/Business/PM

Job description

Overview LMU Information Technology Services (ITS) enables technologically rich learning environments, provides effective teaching and scholarship resources and maintains reliable, accessible, and integrated information systems. This work is grounded in and supports University’ mission:

• The encouragement of learning
• The education of the whole person
• The service of faith and the promotion of justice

The Project Manager advances this mission through a relentless commitment to creating great experiences for LMU’s students, faculty, and staff. Effective project management is a critical success factor in the delivery of ITS projects, programs, and services.

Loyola Marymount University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)

Position Summary

This Project Manager (PM) II position is for a one-year term position responsible for managing multiple large projects assigned from the ITS PMO portfolio. The PM will operate within the established standards, templates, and governance of the ITS Project Management Office (PMO) and will focus on the successful delivery of assigned projects through all phases of the project life cycle. This Project Manager (PM) II position is for a one-year term position.

Position Specific Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Lead the full project life cycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout for assigned projects.
• Develop and maintain project documentation such as charters, project plans, schedules, budgets, risk registers, communication plans, and status reports, utilizing PMO templates.
• Coordinate internal and external resources, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Facilitate regular project team meetings, track action items, and manage issues, risks and dependencies.
• Engage and communicate effectively with stakeholders, sponsors, vendors, and cross‑functional teams to ensure alignment with project objectives and university goals.
• Monitor and control project scope, schedule, and costs, implementing change control processes as required.
• Ensure compliance with PMO governance, standards, and quality requirements throughout the project life cycle.
• Prepare and deliver project status updates and presentations for stakeholders and ITS leadership.
• Coordinate user acceptance testing, training, and transition to operations, partnering with organizational change management and service desk resources when necessary.
• Conduct post implementation reviews, lessons learned, and closure reports to drive continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Requisite Qualifications

• Typically a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in computer science, information systems management, business administration project management, or a related field.
• Professional certification in project management (i.e. PMP, Agile) is desirable.
• Minimum of five (5) years of hands‑on experience leading/managing technology projects.
• Experience in higher educational environment is preferred.
• General experience in ERP level system implementations is a plus.
• Familiarity with PMO environments and an understanding of project governance, portfolio management, and best‑practice frameworks.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering projects on time and within budget, with knowledge of both traditional and agile project management methodologies.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of engaging technical and non‑technical stakeholders and building collaborative relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within cross‑functional teams, motivating team members toward successful project outcomes.

Salary Range

Salary range $87,000.00 - $117,500.00 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Staff Term (Fixed Term)

Please note that this position may not be eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Accommodation Information

Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the application, interview, or selection process may contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or by phone at [phone].

Applicants who use relay services or other assistive communication technologies are welcome to utilize those services when contacting Human Resources.

When contacting Human Resources, please include the job posting number, title of the position and department for which you are applying.

Applicants are not required to disclose the nature of a disability or provide medical information when requesting an accommodation during the recruitment process.

LMU will work with applicants in a timely and interactive process to identify and provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable federal and state law.

EEO Statement

Loyola Marymount University is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin (including language and language use restrictions), ancestry, disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), denial of Family and Medical Care Leave, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age40 or over, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other bases protected by federal (including but not limited to TitleVI and TitleVII of the Civil Rights Act of1964, TitleIX of the Education Amendments of1972, Section504 of the Rehabilitation Act of1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of1990), state or local law.

The University does not discriminate on these bases, or any other basis protected by law, in the administration of any of its education or admissions policies, scholarship or loan programs, athletics, and other school-administered policies and programs, or in its employment policies and practices.

All University policies, practices, and procedures are administered in a manner consistent with LMU's Jesuit identity and character.

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Additional Institutional Information

Founded in 1911, Loyola Marymount University is a Carnegie classified R2 institution rooted in the Jesuit and Marymount traditions.

We are committed to fostering a diverse academic community rich in opportunity for intellectual engagement and real‑world experience.

We enroll an academically ambitious, multicultural, and socioeconomically diverse student body.

We recruit, retain and support a diverse faculty committed to excellence in teaching, research, scholarship and creativity.

Our three campuses are rooted in the heart of Los Angeles, a global capital for arts and entertainment, innovation and technology, business and entrepreneurship.

LMU is a unique and rewarding place to work.

As you consider your employment opportunities with our institution, we encourage you to take the time to learn about the university community and how it distinguishes us from other places of employment.

We are proud of the programs, benefits and services we provide our community.

We strive to ensure an inclusive environment in all aspects of campus life that fosters a strong sense of trust and mutual respect.