"Non-local profiles will not be considered. We are seeking local candidates who can work on-site in a hybrid schedule in Columbia, SC."
Role: Senior IT Project Manager
Location: Columbia, SC with hybrid work
Long term contract
W2 contract
We are seeking an experienced, results-driven Senior IT Project Manager to lead multiple concurrent technology initiatives supporting commercial business operations. This individual will oversee projects from initiation through implementation, ensuring successful delivery within established timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
The ideal candidate brings strong traditional and hybrid-Agile project management experience, demonstrated leadership across multiple project teams, and the ability to manage complex technology initiatives involving cross-functional stakeholders.
Key Skills and Experience Required:
- IT Project Leadership: 5+ years of IT leadership, including managing multiple concurrent projects.
- Project Management: Experience with traditional and hybrid-Agile methodologies.
- Project Management Tools: Proficiency with Microsoft Office, MS Project, Azure DevOps, or similar tools
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage multiple concurrent IT projects of varying size, scope, and complexity from initiation through implementation and final business acceptance.
- Coordinate project activities, resources, deliverables, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful execution.
- Develop, maintain, and monitor project plans, schedules, milestones, and work assignments.
- Provide regular project status reporting, including progress updates, risks, issues, dependencies, and resource requirements.
- Ensure adherence to established project management methodologies, governance processes, and organizational quality standards.
- Monitor project performance and proactively identify and resolve risks, obstacles, and delivery challenges.
- Manage resource allocation and coordinate multidisciplinary teams to meet project objectives.
- Escalate functional, quality, resource, and timeline concerns to appropriate stakeholders.
- Adjust project plans and priorities as needed to accommodate changing business requirements.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration between business stakeholders, technical teams, and leadership.
- Lead project meetings, stakeholder presentations, and discussions regarding project scope, deliverables, and expectations.
- Negotiate project scope, timelines, resource commitments, and statements of work as appropriate.
- Support digital experience and non-host application initiatives across commercial business functions.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree.
- Minimum of 5 years of IT experience in a leadership capacity.
- At least 2 years of experience leading two or more concurrent project teams.
- Demonstrated experience managing IT projects from inception through completion.
- Strong understanding of traditional project management methodologies and hybrid-Agile delivery approaches.
- Experience managing project schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and deliverables.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software.
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams and manage competing priorities.
- Strong knowledge of information systems, business processes, and project management principles.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an assertive, customer-focused approach.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 5+ years of IT experience in a leadership capacity
- At least 2 years leading two or more concurrent project teams
- Experience managing IT projects from inception through completion
- Experience with traditional project management methodologies and hybrid-Agile delivery approaches
- Experience managing project schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and deliverables
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software
- Ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams and manage competing priorities
- Knowledge of information systems, business processes, and project management principles
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an assertive, customer-focused approach
What We Do
Haramain Systems Inc. is the hardest working Software Development, staffing & Consulting firm We do what we know is right for consultants and companies, creating a unique and powerful recruiting and talent experience. We don’t just say we’re hard working. We are. We don’t just invest in great people, we invest in people with guts, who don’t stand alone with integrity, but together as one united front. Our core is a powerhouse that can’t be described but should be experienced. Through its extensive network of IT professionals, Haramain Systems is able to quickly identify the right people at the right time. The Company differentiates itself by focusing on long-term client and candidate relationships, paying close attention to the dynamic changes in the industry and by fully understanding the needs of each individual client. Haramain Systems is your personalized link to the highest-quality IT professionals available in this rapidly evolving industry. Haramain Systems provides expertise in the following areas: Infrastructure Architecture Application Development Database Information Security Information Architecture Web Services Business Intelligence PMO – Project Management Business Analysis Project Teams Partner Programs ERP Haramain Systems specializes in the following industries: Financial Services Telecommunications Health Care Services Information Security Manufacturing Advantages offered by Haramain Systems include: National search and consulting services Exceptional client and candidate support Background checking Technical skills testing
