IT Project Manager

Strategic Communications

$80K — $110K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-8+ years leading complex technology projects or programs
  • Delivery experience with Enterprise and/or Cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, SaaS)
  • Track record in cross-functional initiatives like GTM programs and product development
  • Knowledge of infrastructure modernization and enterprise software deployments (VMware, Oracle)
  • Strong stakeholder management across technical and business teams
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment
  • Familiarity with project governance and reporting processes
  • Proficiency with project management tools (Smartsheet, MS Project, Jira)
  • PMP or equivalent certification preferred
  • Experience supporting cloud migrations and exposure to AWS programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Own and drive projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring alignment with objectives
  • Lead delivery efforts for Enterprise and Cloud Solutions, coordinating with engineering and stakeholders
  • Support strategic initiatives such as GTM programs and cloud transformation
  • Develop and maintain project artifacts including schedules and risk logs
  • Establish cross-functional coordination across various teams and partners
  • Drive governance and execution discipline in line with PMO standards
  • Manage dependencies, risks, and evolving priorities across multiple initiatives
  • Facilitate communication to align business objectives with execution plans
  • Contribute to program-level planning for cloud adoption and solution development.

Benefits

  • Occasional after-hours or weekend support based on project needs
  • Limited travel for customer engagements and key program milestones
  • Professional development through PMO maturity and continuous improvement efforts
  • Ability to operate in both structured and evolving delivery environments
  • Opportunity to contribute to high-impact initiatives in cloud transformation.
Full Job Description
Location: Louisville KY (Preference) or Remote- United States

Shift: Full-Time (40-45 hours/week). Occasional after-hours or weekend support may be required based on project needs. Limited travel may be required for customer engagements, internal planning sessions, or key program milestones.

As a Project Manager at Strategic Communications, you will play a key role within the PMO, leading enterprise technology initiatives, cloud solutions delivery, and strategic programs.

This role supports a mix of customer-facing delivery (Enterprise / Cloud Solutions) and internal initiatives, including go-to-market (GTM), product development, and technology transformation efforts.

The ideal candidate has experience managing cross-functional programs, cloud-based solutions, and complex stakeholder environments, with the ability to balance delivery execution, governance, and strategic coordination.

Experience operating in dynamic, high-growth or evolving program environments is highly valued.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Own and drive assigned projects and programs from initiation through closeout, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and objectives
  • Lead Enterprise and Cloud Solutions delivery efforts, coordinating across engineering, partners, and customer stakeholders
  • Support strategic initiatives such as go-to-market programs, product launches, and cloud transformation efforts
  • Develop and maintain project artifacts including schedules, status reporting, risk/issue logs, and executive summaries
  • Establish and manage cross-functional coordination across PMO, Engineering, Sales, Technology Strategy & Innovation, Product Development, and external partners
  • Drive governance and execution discipline, ensuring alignment with PMO standards and processes
  • Manage dependencies, risks, and evolving priorities across multiple concurrent initiatives
  • Facilitate stakeholder communication, aligning business objectives with execution plans
  • Support PMO maturity, including intake processes, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts
  • Contribute to program-level planning, including migration efforts, cloud adoption, and solution development initiatives


Qualifications, Education and Experience:
  • 5-8+ years of experience leading complex technology projects or programs
  • Experience delivering Enterprise and/or Cloud-based solutions (AWS, Azure, SaaS, or similar)
  • Experience supporting or leading cross-functional initiatives (GTM programs, product development, transformation efforts)
  • Knowledge of/experience with project management related to infrastructure modernization, enterprise software deployments (VMware, Oracle or similar)
  • Strong stakeholder management experience across technical and business teams
  • Experience managing multiple concurrent projects in a dynamic environment
  • Familiarity with project governance, reporting, and portfolio-level coordination
  • Experience with project management tools (Smartsheet, MS Project, Jira, or similar)
  • PMP or equivalent certification preferred
  • Experience supporting cloud migrations, program launches, or solution development efforts strongly preferred
  • Exposure to AWS programs (e.g., MAP, Migration Competency) is a plus
  • Ability to complete ISO 9001:2015 training within 90 days of hire


Key Competencies/Behaviors
  • Ownership mindset - takes initiative and drives outcomes with minimal oversight
  • Strong stakeholder management - able to operate effectively across executive, technical, and business teams
  • Cross-functional leadership - facilitates alignment across PMO, Engineering, Sales, Technology Strategy & Innovation, Change Management, and Product Development
  • Communication - clear, structured, and confident in both written and verbal formats
  • Strategic thinking - connects execution to broader business objectives
  • Organizational discipline - maintains structure across multiple concurrent initiatives
  • Adaptability - able to shift priorities and operate effectively in dynamic environments
  • Integrity and accountability - operates with transparency and follows through on commitments
  • Comfortable operating in both structured delivery environments and evolving, early-stage strategic initiatives

Screening Requirements: Background Check, Drug Testing, Preferred US Citizen capable of obtaining security clearance

Physical Environment: Work is somewhat sedentary in nature but will require standing and walking for up to 25% of the time. The work environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are reasonable. Work is performed primarily in a virtual environment, with regular participation in meetings, planning sessions, and cross-functional coordination. Occasional travel may be required for customer engagements, workshops, or strategic initiatives.

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