Sr. IT Project Manager

Curaleaf; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 145,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth Opportunities

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Generous PTO and Parental Leave

401(K) Retirement Plan

Life/ Disability Insurance

Community Involvement

Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Job summary

Curaleaf is seeking an experienced Sr. IT Project Manager in Stamford, CT to lead IT initiatives from conception to delivery.

You will coordinate internal teams and vendors, applying PM frameworks to ensure on-time, on-budget results in a regulated, multi-state environment. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and risk management skills, with 7+ years in IT project management and familiarity with Azure DevOps, ServiceNow SPM/CWM, and MS Project tools.

Qualifications

• 7+ years IT project management experience with large, distributed teams.
• Experience leading projects in digital transformation or regulatory environments.
• Expert knowledge of PM methodologies and frameworks (PMBOK, Waterfall, Agile, Scrum).

Responsibilities

• Drive key components of the organization’s IT project portfolio and digital transformation initiatives.
• Lead multiple concurrent IT projects from initiation through completion.
• Develop and manage project plans including scope, schedule, budget, risks and quality.
• Apply Waterfall, Agile, and Scrum based on project needs.
• Facilitate meetings and reporting to executives and steering committees.
• Manage budgets, resources, and vendor relationships; mentor junior PMs.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Business

Tools

Azure DevOps

ServiceNow SPM/CWM

MS Project

MS Project Web App

Office 365

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 (On-site)

Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt

About the Role: We are actively seeking a talented and experienced Sr. IT Project Manager to lead and manage a wide variety of IT projects from conceptual design through implementation. You must possess organizational skills, leadership capability, and communication skills to succeed in this role. You will coordinate with internal delivery teams and vendors as we design, develop, deploy, and support internal custom solutions and third-party platforms. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with various project management methodologies and a proven track record of successfully delivering IT projects supporting digital and organizational transformation programs and operating in a highly regulated, multi-state environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Drive key components of our organization's digital transformation program, ensuring alignment with strategic business and technology objectives
• Lead multiple concurrent IT projects from initiation through completion
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, risks and quality
• Apply appropriate methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Scrum) based on project requirements
• Facilitate key project meetings and steering committee updates, managing cross-functional stakeholder relationships across IT, the business and external partners
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise executive and steering committee reporting, including RAG status, milestone tracking, and risk visibility
• Manage project budgets and resource allocation to ensure optimal utilization
• Monitor project progress and report on milestones and deliverables
• Resolve team impediments and collaborate with other Project Managers/Scrum Masters
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to ensure successful delivery
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and vendors
• Mentor junior project managers and provide team leadership

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Business, or related field
• 7+ years IT project management experience with large, distributed teams
• PMI-PMP, CSM, or equivalent certifications
• Expert knowledge of project methodologies and frameworks (PMBOK, Waterfall, Agile, Scrum)
• Experience leading projects within digital transformation initiatives or significant organizational change programs
• Experience with Azure DevOps suite or equivalent tool set
• Proficiency with ServiceNow SPM / CWM, MS Project, MS Project Web App and Office 365 suite
• Proficient understanding of SDLC with focus on agility, quality, and security
• Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, timeline, and budget
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Experience managing vendor relationships, SOWs, and third-party delivery teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating within a regulated industry (e.g., cannabis, pharmaceutical, healthcare, CPG) with familiarity managing regulatory, GxP, or multi-state compliance requirements within IT projects
• Experience with data privacy and security frameworks (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA) as applied to project delivery
• Experience operating within a formal PMO governance model with defined phase gates and executive steering committees

Connecticut Hiring Range

$145,000—$161,000 USD

What We Offer:

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Competitive Pay and Benefits
• Generous PTO and Parental Leave
• 401(K) Retirement Plan
• Life/ Disability Insurance
• Community Involvement
• Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts

Benefits vary by state, role type, and eligibility.

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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, Find, and Anthem provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is powered by a strong presence in all stages of the supply chain. Its unique distribution network throughout Europe, Canada and Australasia brings together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence