Sr. IT Project Manager (NetSuite SME)

Emmes Group; Rockville (MD); Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Emmes Group seeks a Senior IT Project Manager (NetSuite SME) for a roughly 18‑month fixed-term engagement. This remote role leads complex IT initiatives, aligns scope and budget with business goals, and coordinates IT, business units, vendors, and external partners to deliver on time and within quality standards.

You will mentor junior staff, drive process improvements, ensure regulatory and security compliance, and report project status to stakeholders across levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information systems, computer science, or related field; PM certs preferred.
• 4–6 years IT project management experience, including large/complex projects.
• 4–6 years proven cross-functional leadership with multiple stakeholders.
• 4–6 years experience with PM tools, methodologies, and frameworks (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid).
• 4–6 years track record of delivering IT projects on time, within scope and budget.
• Strong knowledge of PM methodologies, tools and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, team management and mentoring skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks.
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure, SDLC, security and compliance standards preferred.
• Ability to drive change, manage risks and implement process improvements.
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, monitoring and closure of IT projects; align with business objectives.
• Define project scope, deliverables, timelines and resources.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, budgets and risk plans.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including IT, business units, vendors and partners.
• Monitor progress, identify issues and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct regular status meetings and keep stakeholders informed.
• Ensure adherence to PM methodologies and governance processes.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts and service delivery.
• Mentor junior project managers and coordinators.
• Conduct post-project reviews and capture lessons learned.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality, regulatory and security standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in PM practices and tools.
• Perform other duties and comply with policies.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Systems/Computer Science

PM Certification (PMP/PRINCE2 or equivalent)

Tools

Agile

Waterfall

Hybrid PM

Job description

Overview

Sr. IT Project Manager (NetSuite SME)

Location:

Remote

Notice to Applicants:

This is a Fixed Term engagement for approximately 18 months. (In a Fixed Term engagement you will be eligible for most of our Full-Time Benefits.) There may be a possibility of it going Full-Time as new information becomes available.

Be Part of One Team, One Purpose.

At Emmes Group, we’re shaping the future of clinical research—where human intelligence meets cutting-edge technology to drive meaningful advancements in healthcare. With over 47 years of scientific excellence, we’ve led groundbreaking research in cell and gene therapy, vaccines, infectious diseases, ophthalmology, rare diseases, and neuroscience.

Through our two business units—Emmes, a full-service CRO, and Veridix AI, our technology, data, and analytical solutions —we are modernizing clinical trials and accelerating the development of life-changing therapies.

We believe that every clinical breakthrough starts with people—people who are passionate, purpose-driven, and ready to make an impact. At Emmes Group, we bring People, Science, and Technology together to collaborate with our customers and deliver global health impact. Our culture is built on integrity, collaboration, and innovation, ensuring that every challenge is met with perseverance and accountability.

The Senior IT Project Manager is responsible for leading complex IT projects from initiation through delivery, ensuring they meet scope, schedule, quality, and budget requirements. This role coordinates cross functional teams, manages risks, and communicates project status to stakeholders. The senior project manager also drives process improvements, ensures compliance with organizational and regulatory standards, and mentors junior project managers or coordinators.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and closure of IT projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate cross functional teams, including IT, business units, vendors, and external partners.
• Monitor project progress, identify issues, and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Conduct regular project status meetings, provide updates to stakeholders, and maintain transparent communication.
• Ensure adherence to project management methodologies, governance processes, and organizational standards.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service delivery for project related activities.
• Mentor and guide junior project managers, coordinators, or team members.
• Conduct post project reviews, document lessons learned, and implement improvements for future projects.
• Ensure project deliverables comply with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and security policies.
• Drive continuous improvement in project management practices, tools, and processes.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field. Project Management certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent are highly preferred. Required
• 4-6 years IT project management experience, including leading large or complex projects. Required
• 4-6 years Proven experience managing cross-functional teams and multiple stakeholders. Required
• 4-6 years Experience with project management tools, methodologies, and frameworks (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid). Required
• 4-6 years Track record of delivering IT projects on time, within scope, and within budget Required
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices. High
• Excellent leadership, team management, and mentoring skills. High
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively. High
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision making abilities. High
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with stakeholders at all levels. High
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure, software development lifecycle, and security and compliance standards is preferred. High
• Ability to drive change, manage risks, and implement process improvements. High
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills. High

If you’re looking for a career where your work advances global health and where scientific excellence meets real-world impact, join us and be part of something bigger. One Team, One Purpose.