Senior IT Project Manager
Columbus, OH
Contracted
Experienced
Location: Columbus, OH
Position Type: Onsite
Contract Length: Long-term with annual extensions
Position Overview:
This role serves as a senior project management leader responsible for establishing governance standards, overseeing portfolio performance, and driving the successful delivery of multiple initiatives. The position combines hands-on project execution with strategic oversight, including executive reporting and mentorship of project managers to ensure alignment, accountability, and on-time delivery.
Duties:
Position Type: Onsite
Contract Length: Long-term with annual extensions
Position Overview:
This role serves as a senior project management leader responsible for establishing governance standards, overseeing portfolio performance, and driving the successful delivery of multiple initiatives. The position combines hands-on project execution with strategic oversight, including executive reporting and mentorship of project managers to ensure alignment, accountability, and on-time delivery.
Duties:
- Develop and implement project governance policies, standards, and best practices
- Administer and oversee the project portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities
- Lead requirements gathering efforts for multiple backlogged and upcoming projects
- Manage and deliver multiple projects simultaneously, particularly within IT-focused environments
- Monitor project performance, timelines, risks, and dependencies to ensure successful outcomes
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to a team of project managers
- Serve as a senior escalation point to help resolve project issues and challenges
- Prepare and deliver status reports, updates, and presentations to CIO and executive leadership
- Ensure consistent application of project management methodologies and governance frameworks
- Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain transparency, alignment, and effective communication across initiatives
- 5+ years of experience demonstrating a solid understanding of IT project management, particularly supporting IT-related projects
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