Senior IT Project Manager — Large-Scale Tech Initiatives

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

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.