Senior IT Project Manager

Job Description At K&L Gates, we are looking for smart, imaginative and hard‑working people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and ideas to join us. Perhaps our search for talented visionaries and your search for important and impactful work lead to the same place. Position Summary We are currently searching for a Senior IT Project Manager. The Senior IT Project Manager is responsible for carrying out IT Department objectives in the areas of project management, analysis, planning and implementation. The position acts as a resource for IT Department staff to assist in planning, coaching, mentoring, development and growth of the IT organization. The resource will be heavily involved in creating and organizing appropriate plans for large‑scale complex projects, identifying firm and outside resources necessary to complete projects on time and within budget, and communicating status and scope to appropriate individuals. The Senior Project Manager works closely with members of firmwide management, Directors and Chiefs to implement strategic firmwide initiatives. Exceptional documentation experience, superior technical knowledge, and the ability to operate both internally as team‑focused and externally as client‑facing as required are essential. The Senior Project Manager may supervise Project Managers and assist with trafficking project work and managing resource assignments. The individual must possess expert knowledge in project management demonstrated by a proven track record of success in multiple complex projects and/or programs, and may be assigned to lead various technical projects including computer systems, telecommunications systems, network systems and training and support development projects. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform meeting facilitation, issue management, risk management, conflict management, budget forecasting, tracking, and communication activities Adhere to the department’s standard Project Methodology in all technology initiatives Provide strategic advice and consult on the design and implementation of effective IT business processes across the Firm including process analysis, redesign, reengineering and overall IT organizational effectiveness Manage day‑to‑day operational aspects of a project and scope Review deliverables prepared by the team before passing them to the client Effectively apply methodology and enforce project standards Prepare for PMO Project Reviews and quality assurance procedures Minimize exposure and risk on project by monitoring project progress, schedule, budget deviation, customer satisfaction and proactively reporting to senior project management Develop/update project plans, implement schedules and cost estimates for projects Deliver projects within time and cost agreed upon tolerances Direct, motivate and coordinate people on assigned projects Exhibit an expert ability to impact and influence project outcomes Work with multiple teams, delegating workload and ensuring team efficiency Produce all relevant reports using the PMO Project tool Work and educate others outside of IS on the department’s standard Project Methodology Document, obtain approval, and track all changes in project scope Ensure project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately Utilize Firm Project Management Tools and train users in the tools Communicate routinely with project team members’ management to give feedback on project resources and address issues Participate in the establishment/implementation of short‑ and long‑range goals, objectives, policies and operating procedures: monitor and provide timely management reporting Represent the projects/assignments to various internal components as directed Communicate regularly with PMO and IS Management staff regarding the status of current project initiatives Obtain IS Management approval as required to advance initiatives Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required Accustomed to working as a team leader and member Excellent policy‑making, leadership and interpersonal skills Outstanding customer service skills and ability to work with non‑technical users Experience with operating systems, software, PCs, mini‑computers and other areas of information systems Demonstrated ability to meet obligations with confidentiality, integrity, and sensitivity Knowledge of and adherence to the standards and techniques of PMBOK Ability to manage time and resources directed to multiple projects/assignments Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills Ability to analyze complex problems, interpret operational needs and develop integrated, creative solutions Ability to act independently, taking accountability for own actions and for others’ work, while communicating closely with management for status and direction setting Strong experience with structured project methodology Goal‑oriented and action/result focused Pragmatic, self‑disciplined and organized Experience 10 years of IT experience and 5 years experience in technical project management with systems‑related activities is preferred; previous law firm experience desired. PMP certification required and strong knowledge in MS Project, MS Office and Visio. Education A four‑year degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related field. Compensation Salary $97,000 - $182,000. The compensation salary for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs and market factors. Benefits Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature) Back‑up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge Dental Insurance Wellness Program Vision Insurance Pre‑tax Commuting Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing Business Travel Accident Insurance Short‑ and Long‑term Disability Protection Pet Insurance Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment) Health Advocacy Services Paid Time Off (25‑30 days per year) Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance Parental Leave (18 weeks of which 6 are paid; short‑term disability may provide additional paid time off) Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service Paid Holidays (12) Addiction Resources Family Building Benefits Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services Flexible Spending Accounts Employees also may be eligible to receive bonuses and certain expense reimbursements Employee Assistance Program Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities 529 Deductions Relocation Accident Insurance Employee Referral Program Critical Illness Insurance Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities Hospital Indemnity Insurance Perks including: Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Programs Bereavement Leave All other benefits (such as leaves of absence) required by law. Equal Employment Opportunity The Firm is an equal‑opportunity employer. Employment decisions shall be based on merit, qualifications and competence, and will not be influenced or affected by race, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Harassment of any kind is prohibited. The Firm complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. 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