Senior IS Project Manager

Aquent; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead IT initiatives and drive strategic outcomes. You will oversee planning, execution, and collaboration across functions to deliver value for the organization.

Responsibilities include mentoring junior managers, managing scope, schedule, budget, and vendor relationships, while promoting standardized, efficient project execution.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing IT projects across multiple domains.
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Responsibilities

• Lead and manage medium to complex projects across diverse IT areas, aligning with strategic objectives.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans including scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate all project activities, assign tasks, manage vendor relationships, and monitor progress.
• Identify and address risks, developing solutions with limited supervision.
• Foster strong team collaboration, resolve conflicts, and support achievement of goals.
• Engage stakeholders, understand interests, and build trust-based relationships.
• Maintain project documentation using standard tools and platforms.
• Develop and manage communication plans and regular status reports.
• Assess practices, drive standardization, and improve collaboration.
• Mentor junior project managers and share methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Apply various project methodologies to different scenarios.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication skills

Leadership

Change management

Emotional intelligence

Problem solving

Time management

Budgeting

Vendor management

PM methodologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join a leading organization dedicated to transforming the delivery of essential services, where your expertise will directly contribute to enhancing operational efficiency and improving the lives of those served. We are partnering with Aquent to find exceptional talent who are passionate about driving meaningful change through technology and strategic project leadership.

About the Opportunity

Are you a highly skilled and dynamic Project Manager ready to take on diverse and complex technological initiatives? This pivotal Senior Project Manager role offers an exciting opportunity to lead projects across various functional areas within Information Technology, ensuring their successful planning and execution. You will be instrumental in shaping strategic outcomes, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation, making a tangible impact on critical operations and overall organizational success.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage medium to complex projects across diverse functional areas within Information Technology, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, and key artifacts, driving projects from initiation to successful completion.
• Actively coordinate all project activities, assign tasks to team members, manage vendor relationships, and monitor progress to ensure timely and effective execution.
• Anticipate, identify, and proactively address potential risks and issues, developing and implementing solutions with limited supervision.
• Facilitate strong team collaboration, resolve conflicts, and foster an environment that encourages collective achievement of project goals.
• Identify and engage key stakeholders, understanding their interests, anticipating resistance, and building strong, trust-based relationships.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project information and documentation using standard tools and platforms.
• Develop and manage comprehensive communication plans, adapting methods to effectively convey messages and provide regular project status reports.
• Assess existing practices, identify areas for optimization, and lead initiatives to establish standardization that enhances project execution and promotes efficient collaboration.
• Mentor junior project managers, sharing insights, explaining concepts, and providing guidance on methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Apply various project methodologies appropriately to different scenarios, demonstrating adaptability and expertise.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience managing diverse and complex projects within Information Technology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for various audiences.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including fostering team collaboration and resolving conflicts.
• Proficiency in change management principles and practices.
• High emotional intelligence to navigate team dynamics and stakeholder relationships effectively.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Solid business and financial acumen, including budget management expertise.
• Experience in vendor management and coordination.
• In-depth understanding and practical application of various project management methodologies and tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.