Senior IT Project Manager - ERP Transformation Lead

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Washington’s Department of Commerce seeks an IT Project Manager Senior/Specialist to lead high-visibility technology initiatives, starting with the statewide OneWA ERP modernization. You will partner with project and technology professionals to shape statewide solutions and provide strategic guidance to leadership across agencies.

You will mentor staff, drive governance, and deliver measurable value while ensuring compliance with state IT standards.

Qualifications

• Eight (8) years of combined professional IT experience in project management, policy and planning, and system administration.
• Experience leading cross-functional technology initiatives and coordinating with executive leaders.
• Ability to translate executive vision into actionable project plans and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, high-visibility IT projects from planning through delivery.
• Establish governance, reporting, and performance standards for executive leadership.
• Mentor project managers and teams, driving project management maturity.

Skills

Project management

Policy & planning

System administration

Education

Associate’s degree in IT or closely related field

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Information Technology or closely related field

Job description

State of Washington’s Department of Commerce seeks an IT Project Manager Senior/Specialist to lead high-visibility technology initiatives, starting with the statewide OneWA ERP modernization. You will partner with project and technology professionals to shape statewide solutions and provide strategic guidance to leadership across agencies.

You will mentor staff, drive governance, and deliver measurable value while ensuring compliance with state IT standards.