Senior IT Project Manager

Curaleaf; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 145,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior IT Project Manager, where you'll lead diverse IT initiatives that drive digital transformation and innovation. This role offers the chance to manage critical projects, mentor junior team members, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact results. You'll leverage your expertise in project management methodologies to optimize processes and ensure alignment with business objectives. Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to quality and corporate social responsibility, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact in the evolving cannabis industry.

Benefits

Career Growth Opportunities

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Generous PTO and Parental Leave

401(K) Retirement Plan

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Community Involvement Initiatives

Employee Referral Bonuses

Product Discounts

Qualifications

• 7+ years of IT project management experience with large, distributed teams.
• Expert-level knowledge of project management methodologies and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple concurrent IT projects from initiation through delivery.
• Drive digital transformation by aligning technology initiatives with business strategy.

Skills

IT Project Management

Agile Methodologies

Waterfall Methodology

Scrum

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

PMI-PMP Certification

Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)

Tools

Azure DevOps

MS Project

MS Project Web App

Office 365 Suite

Job description

At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.

Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.

Title: Sr IT Project Manager

Location: Stamford, CT

Job Type: Full Time | Exempt

Who You Are:

As a Senior IT Project Manager at Curaleaf, you’ll lead a diverse portfolio of IT initiatives from concept to completion, playing a key role in advancing our digital and organizational transformation goals. In this role, you'll not only manage the delivery of custom and third-party technology solutions but also help define and standardize project management processes to drive efficiency and consistency across teams. You’ll collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure alignment with business objectives, while championing best practices, clear communication, and measurable results across all initiatives.

What You’ll Do:

• Drive critical components of our digital transformation program by aligning enterprise-level technology initiatives with broader business strategy, with a strong focus on scalable, future-ready architecture and process optimization
• Lead multiple concurrent IT projects from initiation through delivery, developing and managing end-to-end project plans that align scope, timeline, and budget to business objectives
• Leverage a range of project management methodologies — including Waterfall, Agile, and Scrum — to tailor delivery approaches based on project scope, complexity, and business needs
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior project managers while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and vendors
• Proactively resolve team impediments and ensure alignment across all project workstreams
• Lead critical project meetings and foster strong cross-functional stakeholder relationships to drive alignment, accountability, and successful outcomes
• Manage budgets, resources, and timelines while tracking milestones and mitigating risks to ensure successful, on-time delivery of high-impact IT projects

What You’ll Bring:

• You have 7+ years of IT project management experience with large, distributed teams
• You hold certifications such as PMI-PMP, Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or equivalent
• You bring expert-level knowledge of project management methodologies and frameworks — including PMBOK, Waterfall, Agile, and Scrum — and know how to apply them effectively based on project needs
• You are proficient with project management tools such as Azure DevOps, MS Project, MS Project Web App, and the Office 365 suite
• You have hands-on experience leading projects that support digital transformation or major organizational change, driving innovation, process improvement, and long-term business impact
• You have a strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), with a focus on agility, quality, and security throughout the delivery process
• You demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to manage project scope, timelines, and budgets to drive successful outcomes

Even Better If:

• You hold a bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, business, or related field
• You have previous start up or cannabis experience

Connecticut Hiring Range $145,000 — $160,000 USD

What We Offer:

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Competitive Pay and Benefits (Health, Dental Vision)
• Generous PTO and Parental Leave
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Life/AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability
• Community Involvement Initiatives
• Employee Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Not all benefits listed above are available to all employees at all locations.

Curaleaf Awards and Achievements:

• 2023 Ragan’s Top Places to Work
• 2022 TIME100 Most Influential Companies
• 2020 Cannabis Doing Good’s Good Neighbor Award
• 2020 Minorities for Medical Marijuana’s Diversity & Inclusion Award

Follow us on Social Media:
Instagram: @curaleaf.usa
Twitter:@Curaleaf_Inc
LinkedIn: Curaleaf LinkedIn

Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, JAMS, Find and Zero Proof provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence

Our corporate Social ResponsibilityisRooted inGood.We believe in taking corporate and social responsibility very seriously, from our educational outreach to national partnerships, state-wide initiatives, and local causes. Giving back to the communities where we operate is important to us and helps to change old attitudes by showing the positive impact of cannabis in creating jobs, changing lives, and helping local communities.

Our Vision:To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis.

Our Values:

• Lead and Inspire.
• Commit to Win.
• ONE Curaleaf.
• Driven to Deliver Excellence.

Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.

Current Curaleaf employees should use our internal job board to apply for current openings: https://app2.greenhouse.io/internal_job_board