Strategic IT Project Lead

SMC Automation Canada, LTD; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SMC Corporation is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to drive technology initiatives that deliver business results. You will lead and manage technology projects, partnering with business leaders, technical teams, vendors, and stakeholders to plan, execute, and deliver on time and within budget.

The role requires coordinating cross-functional teams, defining scope and milestones, monitoring risks and budget, and communicating progress to leadership.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple IT projects through full lifecycle.
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, milestones, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and drive accountability for project outcomes.
• Monitor project status, risks, issues, dependencies, and budget performance.
• Communicate project progress and key decisions to stakeholders and leadership.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, schedules, and status reporting.
• Facilitate project governance, risk mitigation, and change management processes.
• Lead project retrospectives and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Influence and guide project teams without direct supervisory authority.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership

Agile/Waterfall/Hybrid

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

PM software

Job description

SMC Corporation is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to drive technology initiatives that deliver business results. You will lead and manage technology projects, partnering with business leaders, technical teams, vendors, and stakeholders to plan, execute, and deliver on time and within budget.

The role requires coordinating cross-functional teams, defining scope and milestones, monitoring risks and budget, and communicating progress to leadership.