Project Manager II, ITS

Loyola Marymount University; Westchester (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 117,500; Full time

Job summary

Loyola Marymount University seeks a Project Manager II for a one-year term to oversee multiple large projects within the ITS PMO portfolio. The PM will be responsible for managing project phases, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope.

This position requires a bachelor’s degree, project management experience, and strong communication skills. A successful candidate will collaborate with various stakeholders to drive project success while aligning with the university's mission and values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• Five or more years of technology project management experience.
• Familiarity with PMO environments and project governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full project life cycle from initiation to closeout.
• Develop and maintain project documentation.
• Engage effectively with stakeholders and manage project scope.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Professional certification in project management (PMP, Agile)

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.

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. The PM will lead projects from initiation to closeout, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget.

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, 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.
• Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university; demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service; communicate interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct.

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.

Employment Details

Staff Term (Fixed Term).

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

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

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, age 40 or over, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other bases protected by federal (including but not limited to Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990), 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. To learn more about the University's Statement of Non-Discrimination policy and related grievance procedures, click here. To report questions or concerns about sex-based discrimination, please contact [e-mail] or 310.568.6105. To learn more about Federal & State Employment Notices, click here.