IT Project Manager 4

IT Project Manager 4 for Pascagoula, MS Shipbuilding Client
The Role:
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Level 4 IT Project Manager to lead our most complex, high-impact, and large-scale technology initiatives. As a Project Manager you'll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish - working with cross-functional partners across the company, business stakeholders, IT Management, enterprise resources, managed service providers, and vendors. You will act as a strategic orchestrator to deliver measurable business value. You will be responsible for defining project scope, developing detailed plans, managing cross-functional teams, mitigating risks, and communicating progress to all stakeholders.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned leader with a proven track record of delivering complex IT projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, and the ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams. This role bridges the gap between technical implementation and business impact-ensuring projects are aligned with strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities include: established project management best practices and methodologies aligned with PMI standards, including structured planning, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and adherence to PMO governance.

Must Have :

High School diploma and 13 years of experience
-or-
Associates degree and 11 years of experience
-or-
Bachelors degree and 9 years of experience
-or-
Masters degree or above and 7 years of experience
-or-
PHD and 5 years of experience

Need to Have :

Bachelors degree in project management, information technology, business administration, or a related field, plus a minimum of 5 years of applicable project management experience successfully managing enterprise-level IT projects. Experience in heavily regulated industry such as defense or government contracting. Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, ServiceNow PPM Module). Expert level knowledge of multiple project management methodologies.
o PMP
o Experience managing multiple concurrent projects within complex organizational structures involving outsourced partners and managed service providers.
Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Strong technical background
o Superior verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to non-technical and executive audiences.
o Strong financial acumen and experience with complex budget management.
o Experience in shipbuilding or other manufacturing industry is highly desirable.
o Ability to navigate ambiguity with ease while introducing the right level of structure
o Experience with Microsoft Planner Premium
o AI Literacy:
o Demonstrable experience with AI-powered project management tools for predictive scheduling, resource optimization, or advanced risk analysis.
o Strong understanding of AI concepts as they apply to the project management domain and IT operations

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