Sr. IT Project Manager
Jabil
JOB SUMMARY
Provide leadership and guidance to project teams consisting of business and IT professionals who are engaged in planning and implementing solutions that are projects of all sizes and complexities. Mentoring Project Management subordinates is an essential responsibility of this role to ensure that the team is maturing their project skills and capabilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure project scope and costs are agreed upon by the stakeholders
Coordinate business requirements gathering, documentation and stakeholder approval
Prepare project plan(s) and implementation schedule(s): ensure the project plan includes all stakeholder requirements and the nine areas of knowledge from Project Management Body of Knowledge®
Conduct internal and vendor inquiries pertaining to the development of technology or information systems to meet current and projected business needs
Coordination of RFI/RFPs with third parties, project and internal IT procurement team
Provide regular report updates to all stakeholders and project sponsors, including status updates, milestone information and risk and issue information
Active problem solving: recognize potential problem areas against the plan and identifies and implements alternative solutions
Serve as escalation point for project risks and issues
Provide guidance on team activity through leadership and support towards goals
Work independently projects of any size, with an ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Master the ability to influence teams without direct authority
Recommend, prepare and conduct training
Manage change control processes and is responsible for overall project execution
Maintain a good working relationship with customers and vendors
Ensure 100% adherence to all IT and department policy, processes and procedures.
Other duties may be assigned
Preferred skills/competencies:
Scrum Master / Agile certification
Working knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma concepts
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree + 8 years of experience, or Masters + 6 years of related experience, or PhD + 3 years or related experience.
Minimum 8 years of experience actively leading IT projects of medium size and/or scope with complex matrixed teams.
PMI's Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification or equivalent is highly preferred.
Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
Hard Skills
Project Methodologies: Advanced proficiency in Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall, including the ability to tailor methodologies according to project and business needs.
Risk Management & Compliance: Strong capability to identify, anticipate, and proactively mitigate risks to ensure project continuity and adherence to standards.
Financial & Budget Control: Expertise in planning, forecasting, and managing substantial project budgets with accuracy and accountability.
Strategic Planning: Ability to align project objectives with broader organizational strategy to drive measurable business impact.
Technical Tools: Advanced use of platforms such as Jira, Asana, Smartsheet, and other project management systems to optimize workflows and collaboration.
Process Optimization: Skilled in analyzing processes and implementing improvements to increase efficiency and reduce operational bottlenecks.
Data‑Driven Decision Making: Ability to interpret project metrics, KPIs, and dashboards to guide strategic decisions.
Soft Skills
Leadership & Influence: Proven ability to lead and motivate cross‑functional teams, often without direct hierarchical authority, fostering alignment and strong team performance.
Effective Communication: Skilled at simplifying complex concepts and presenting clear, concise updates to senior leadership.
Stakeholder Management: Strong negotiation abilities, expectation management, and conflict resolution with diverse stakeholders.
Emotional Intelligence & Conflict Resolution: Ability to navigate team dynamics, promote collaboration, and maintain a positive work environment.
Critical Thinking & Decision‑Making: Capable of making sound decisions under pressure, managing uncertainty, and evaluating multiple scenarios.
Adaptability & Change Management: Comfortable leading teams through organizational or technological change with minimal disruption.
Problem‑Solving Mindset: Recognized for identifying root causes quickly and implementing effective long‑term solutions.
Time & Priority Management: Skilled in balancing multiple initiatives while maintaining delivery quality.
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