Role Summary:

Meaden & Moore is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Information Technology team. This role is responsible for leading the end-to-end delivery of technology, operational, and client-facing initiatives across a dynamic professional services environment. Reporting directly to the Chief Information Officer, the Project Manager will coordinate cross-functional resources, manage competing priorities, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. The ideal candidate brings a disciplined approach to project governance, strong stakeholder communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-driven culture.

Responsibilities:

Project/Program Delivery & Governance

• Lead full project lifecycle management for IT and firm-wide initiatives, from initiation and planning through execution, monitoring, and closure.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, charters, risk registers, issue logs, and status reports.
• Define project scope, objectives, milestones, and success criteria in alignment with firm strategy and client expectations.
• Apply appropriate project management methodologies (waterfall, Agile, or hybrid) based on project complexity and stakeholder needs.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, escalating critical issues to the CIO with recommended resolution paths.

Stakeholder & Client Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including firm leadership, department heads, clients, and external vendors.
• Facilitate regular project status meetings, steering committee updates, and executive briefings, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Translate complex technical requirements into clear, actionable plans for non-technical audiences.
• Manage client expectations in engagements where technology projects intersect with professional services delivery.

Resource & Budget Management

• Coordinate with cross-functional project teams, including internal staff, contractors, and third-party vendors.
• Develop project budgets, track actuals against forecasts, and provide regular financial reporting to the CIO.
• Optimize resource allocation across concurrent projects to ensure delivery commitments are met.
• Manage vendor relationships and third-party deliverables, including contract compliance and performance monitoring.

Process Improvement & Documentation

• Establish and continuously improve project management standards, templates, and best practices across the IT function.
• Maintain thorough project documentation and lessons-learned repositories to support organizational knowledge management.
• Contribute to the development of IT roadmap planning and annual project portfolio prioritization.
• Must be able to support change management activities to ensure successful adoption of new systems and processes by firm staff.

Qualifications:

Required

• 3 to 5 years of progressive project management experience, with a demonstrated record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Prior experience in a professional services environment (public accounting, consulting, legal, or advisory services strongly preferred).
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Azure DevOps, Jira, Smartsheet, or equivalent platforms.
• Strong command of the Microsoft 365 suite, including Teams, SharePoint, and Project for the Web.
• Proven ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects with competing deadlines and varying levels of complexity.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present confidently to executive leadership and clients.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field.

Preferred

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI).
• Experience with ERP, CRM, or practice management system implementations.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity, compliance, or data governance projects in a regulated industry.
• Experience supporting or managing projects involving cloud migrations or SaaS platform deployments.
• Agile or Scrum certification (CSM, PMI-ACP, or equivalent).

Work Environment & Flexibility

• Hybrid work options available; occasional travel to company sites may be required.
• Ability to lift and move equipment as needed.
• Willingness to adapt to changing business needs, including extended hours during peak periods.

Benefits/Compensation:

Determining actual compensation relies on many factors including individual candidate experience, qualifications, and comparable benchmarks. Base compensation for this role typically ranges between $100,000 and $130,000. Additionally, we offer discretionary year-end bonuses to supplement your compensation package.

In addition to compensation and bonus opportunities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees professionally and personally. Our offerings include:

Benefits & Offerings:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) matching and profit sharing
• Professional development support
• Professional certification support and reimbursement
• Employee referral and new business bonus opportunities
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities
• Parental bonding time and compensation continuance
• Flexible and hybrid work opportunities, where applicable

Culture & Perks:
• Team outings, firm events, and holiday celebrations
• Busy season appreciation and stress-relief programs
• Wellness initiatives and incentives
• Technology, retailer, and event discounts
• Employee Resource Groups
• Strong commitment to community involvement, volunteerism, and charitable giving

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