IT Project Manager
Blue Star Partners LLC
- Atmore, AL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assume responsibility for ensuring that projects are managed to be completed, with high quality, on-time, on-budget, and in-scope.
- Collaborate with the Business Unit and IT sponsors to establish project goals and success criteria.
- Assume responsibility for planning and driving the deliverables, including managing third party vendor relationships, if applicable, for the design and development.
- Be proactive in identifying and resolving risks and issues, track/report status, and communicate with the stakeholders.
- Bring broad and diverse experience managing multiple projects at the same time.
- Manage the full project lifecycle (initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, closure) using PMI-standard methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid).
- Lead program/project issue/risk management, remediation plans, and escalations across channels, studios/service areas for projects within assigned programs - responsible for providing management direction in these areas and ensuring clear communication, consideration of all factors, generation of solution alternatives, and defined actionable plans.
- Conduct ongoing examination of projects within the program for compliance with established processes, project plans/schedules and budgets, influencing decisions on resource utilization and allocation at key project lifecycle decision points.
- Maintain oversight and accountability for program performance including creation/review of key project delivery metrics across projects within the program.
- Oversee the activities of junior resources to ensure delivery of timely solutions.
- Monitor KPIs, risks, and dependencies, ensuring quality and compliance throughout.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for executive stakeholders, providing transparent updates and decision support.
- Accountable for all applicable PMO related processes and methodologies and their proper and consistent execution on all projects
- Promotes best practices for continuous process improvement.
- Build alignment across departments, vendor partners, and leadership teams to ensure project goals are achieved.
- Champion change management, training, and adoption strategies to ensure stakeholder readiness and long-term success.
- Foster a collaborative, accountable project culture by resolving conflicts and supporting cross-functional teamwork.
- Innovation & Continuous Improvement
- Stay informed of industry trends and integrate best practices in IT project management.
- Optimize tools, processes, and personnel allocation for efficiency and scalability.
- Contribute to organizational modernization and long-term IT strategy.
- Bachelor’s Degree (MBA or equivalent graduate degree preferred).
- PMP certification (required).
- 6+ years of IT project management experience with proven success leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
- Strong vendor management, budgeting, and resource allocation expertise.
- Proficiency in project management tools (Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, or equivalent).
- Experience with enterprise IT systems, infrastructure, and integration projects.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
- Valid state driver’s license and insurable driving record.
- Must pass background and character check; ability to travel and work irregular hours as required.
- On-site presence required, with travel as needed.
- Experience in governmental, public-sector, or complex enterprise environments.
- Familiarity with ERP and enterprise IT system implementation.
- Demonstrated success in organizational transformation and change management.
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) with employer match.
- Paid time off, paid holidays, COLA adjustments, and discretionary bonuses.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and professional development opportunities.
- Relocation assistance available.