IT Project Manager

IT Project Manager

Company:  Carter Support Services

Location:  Seattle, Washington

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to plan, execute, and deliver technology projects on time, within scope, and within budget. This role will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage stakeholders, and ensure successful implementation of IT initiatives that support business objectives.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, communicative, and skilled at managing multiple projects in fast-paced environments while maintaining a strong focus on risk management, quality, and customer outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of IT projects, from initiation through closure
• Define project scope, objectives, timelines, budgets, and success criteria
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and documentation
• Coordinate internal teams, vendors, and third-party partners
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues
• Manage project budgets, resource allocation, and change requests
• Communicate project status, milestones, and risks to stakeholders and leadership
• Ensure projects align with IT standards, security policies, and compliance requirements
• Facilitate meetings, stand-ups, and project reviews
• Drive continuous improvement in project management processes

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience managing IT or technology projects
• Strong understanding of SDLC, infrastructure, and/or application delivery
• Experience managing cross-functional technical teams
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, Asana)
• Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP, CAPM, PRINCE2, or Agile/Scrum certification
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid project methodologies
• Background in infrastructure, cloud migrations, cybersecurity, or software implementations
• Experience managing vendors and outsourced service providers

Core Competencies

• Leadership and team coordination
• Risk and issue management
• Planning and execution excellence
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Customer-focused mindset

Why Join Us

• Lead impactful technology initiatives with high visibility
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and certification support
• Competitive compensation and benefits