Senior Project Manager, IT

Posted: Tuesday, 25 March 2025
Valid Thru: Thursday, 24 April 2025
Index Requested on: 03/26/2025 01:28:53
Indexed on: 03/26/2025 01:28:53

Location: Irvine, CA, 92617, US

Industry: Education
Occupational Category: 11-0000.00 - Management
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

West Coast University is hiring!

Description:

Summary:

  • Senior IT Project Manager will be responsible for managing medium to large-scale IT projects/program initiatives under the guidance of the Executive Director.
  • This mid to senior level role focuses on the coordination, execution, and delivery of IT projects that align with business objectives.
  • Will work closely with technical teams, vendors, and business stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
  • This position is an excellent opportunity for someone with an interest in IT and project management to gain valuable experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the full lifecycle of small to medium-sized IT projects, including planning, execution, and closure.
  • Collaborate with internal IT teams, vendors, and other stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
  • Develop and maintain essential project documentation, such as project charters, schedules, and status reports.
  • Assist in resource allocation, ensuring proper staffing and support for project tasks.
  • Track project progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
  • Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
  • Participate in project meetings, facilitating discussions and managing action items.
  • Ensure projects adhere to IT governance standards, security policies, and compliance requirements.
  • Assist in managing project budgets and tracking expenses to stay within financial constraints.
  • Provide support for project management tools and processes to enhance productivity.
  • Work with cross-functional teams, including developers, network engineers, and system administrators, to coordinate tasks and ensure successful project outcomes.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 5-7 years of experience in IT project coordination, IT support, or related project management roles.
  • Understanding basic IT concepts such as networking, software development, systems integration, and cybersecurity.
  • Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
  • Proficiency in project management tools like JIRA, Microsoft Project, or other relevant software.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Basic understanding of budgeting, scheduling, and IT resource management.
  • Proven ability to drive projects forward in ambiguous or fast-paced environments.
  • Strong decision-making skills and ability to balance short-term wins with long-term vision.
  • Experience mentoring junior PMs and fostering a high-performance culture.
  • This is an onsite position where you will work in our administrative office in Irvine daily.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Project Management certification (e.g., CAPM, PMP, or ITIL Foundation) or willingness to obtain certification.
  • Hands-on experience with IT-related projects in areas such as software development, infrastructure, or cloud technologies.
  • Familiarity with ITIL or other IT service management frameworks.
  • Experience with Agile or Scrum practices.

Compensation:

  • $123, 478.46 - $179, 098.46
  • Annual Bonus
  • Great Benefits Package

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

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