Senior IBM Maximo Delivery Project Manager

A career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You’ll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you’ll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences. Your role and responsibilities The Maximo Project Manager is responsible for leading end‑to‑end implementation, upgrade, and enhancement projects for the IBM Maximo asset management platform. This role oversees project planning, execution, and delivery while ensuring alignment between business objectives and technical solutions. The Project Manager guides cross‑functional teams, manages client expectations, mitigates risks, and ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Success in this role requires strong leadership, deep understanding of Maximo capabilities, and the ability to manage complex projects in asset‑intensive environments. Lead full lifecycle Maximo projects from requirements gathering and solution design through configuration, testing, cutover, go‑live, and post‑deployment support Develop detailed project plans including WBS, schedules, resource plans, cost estimates, and risk mitigation strategies Direct project prioritization, estimation, quality control, and governance for Maximo workstreams Facilitate client meetings and workshops, ensuring clear alignment between business needs and technical requirements Provide regular status reporting to internal leadership and client stakeholders Drive adherence to project management best practices, including PMP methodologies and Agile frameworks Coordinate cross‑functional teams including developers, architects, functional analysts, and business SMEs Identify project risks and issues, drive resolution, and ensure proactive communication Stay current on Maximo product releases, industry trends, and best practices to guide solution decisions Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to methodology enhancements This Job can be performed from anywhere in the US. Required technical and professional expertise Minimum of 7 years of project management experience, including delivery of at least three full‑cycle IBM Maximo projects Hands‑on experience applying both traditional (PMP) and Agile methodologies to Maximo programs Prior experience serving as a SCRUM Master, Product Owner, or technical lead within Maximo projects Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams and mentor junior team members Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, able to address issues across people, process, and technology Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts for technical and non‑technical stakeholders Preferred technical and professional experience IBM Certified Deployment Professional - Maximo Asset Management or equivalent certification Experience in asset‑intensive industries such as utilities, transportation, oil and gas, or manufacturing Familiarity with project management tools including MS Project, Jira, or equivalent platforms Experience with client-focused, complex consulting and implementation-centric engagements, handling tasks independently and effectively managing stakeholder expectations Independent Task Management: Ability to work independently on tasks, utilizing expertise in IBM Maximo to drive high‑quality technical implementation and deliver successful outcomes. IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. #J-18808-Ljbffr