Special Projects Program Manager - Archiving Migration

DeWinter Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DeWinter Group is seeking a Special Projects Program Manager to lead a high-visibility archiving migration from legacy systems to a proprietary AI-powered platform. This confidential initiative requires strategic thinking, strict deadline discipline, and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder expectations.

The role demands 7+ years of project management experience in IT or archival migrations, strong communication, risk management, and the capacity to work independently with limited

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large-scale IT or archival system migration projects.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills in sensitive negotiations.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a track record of on-time, in-scope delivery.
• Ability to operate independently with minimal oversight in fast-paced environments.
• Expertise in project planning, risk management, and issue resolution.
• Familiarity with AI-driven platform implementations is a plus.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information discreetly.

Responsibilities

• Lead a confidential, CEO-greenlit archiving migration from legacy to proprietary platform.
• Steer risk management, align external/internal stakeholders, and ensure deadlines.
• Oversee vendor and contract aspects under strict confidentiality.
• Provide regular status updates to executives and maintain project governance.

Skills

IT/system migrations

Stakeholder management

Communication

Organization

Independent work

Risk management

AI platform familiarity

Confidentiality

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/IT or related field

Master’s degree preferred

PMP/PgMP certification preferred

Job description

Special Projects Program Manager - Archiving Migration

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for complex project execution? We are seeking a highly experienced Special Projects Program Manager to lead a critical, high-visibility archiving migration initiative. This is a unique opportunity to drive a strategic transformation from legacy systems to an innovative, AI-powered platform, directly impacting the organization’s operational excellence and bottom line. If you thrive in fast-paced, confidential environments and possess the resilience to navigate high-stakes projects, this role is perfect for you.

About the Role:

As the Special Projects Program Manager, you will independently steer a confidential, CEO-greenlit initiative to transition the company from an expensive legacy archiving vendor to a cutting-edge, proprietary platform. This is a high-impact role requiring precision, strategic thinking, and a relentless focus on deadlines, given the project's significance and associated risks. Your leadership will be pivotal in ensuring a seamless migration while managing external and internal expectations under strict confidentiality.

Required Skills:

• Proven experience managing large-scale IT or archival system migration projects
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to navigate sensitive negotiations
• Exceptional organizational skills with a track record of delivering projects on time and within scope
• Ability to operate independently with minimal oversight in a fast-paced environment
• Expertise in project planning, risk management, and issue resolution
• Familiarity with AI-driven platform implementations a plus
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information discreetly

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience working in legal negotiations or vendor management
• Knowledge of enterprise content management systems and archiving technologies
• Background in digital transformation or cloud migration projects
• Prior exposure to high-revenue or high-visibility projects at executive levels

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 7+ years of project management experience, with a focus on IT/system migrations or enterprise transformations
• PMP, PgMP, or similar project management certification is a plus

Other Requirements:

• US-based candidates only; remote work allowed
• Duration: 3 months (~12 weeks), with a target start date of August 31st
• Ability to work with confidential information and adhere to strict legal and security protocols
• Contract requires use of DeWinter laptop (pending security approval)
• Background check and Master Service Agreement (MSA) to be finalized internally
• Maximize efficiency under high-pressure, high-stakes conditions; limited interview rounds (2–3 per candidate)

Ready to make a strategic impact on a transformative enterprise project? If you're a proactive leader with a drive for success and a knack for navigating complex initiatives, we want to hear from you.