Senior IT Project Manager (PMO Experience REQUIRED)

Position Summary We are seeking a Strategic Project Manager to oversee and drive large-scale enterprise technology initiatives within a retail environment. This individual will serve as a key leader within the PMO, managing complex technical projects, enterprise integrations, and organizational transformation efforts. The ideal candidate possesses strong PMO expertise, exceptional stakeholder management skills, and a proven track record delivering strategic business and technology programs across large organizations. Key Responsibilities Lead enterprise-wide technology and business transformation initiatives from planning through execution. Manage complex merger, acquisition, integration, and organizational change projects. Establish and maintain PMO governance, project controls, reporting frameworks, and delivery methodologies. Develop and manage project plans, resource allocation, budgets, timelines, risks, and dependencies. Partner with executive leadership, business stakeholders, and technical teams to ensure strategic alignment and successful delivery. Facilitate steering committee meetings and provide regular updates to senior leadership. Oversee cross-functional teams across business and IT organizations to drive project objectives. Identify and mitigate project risks while proactively resolving issues impacting delivery. Drive process improvements and operational efficiencies through project execution and PMO best practices. Ensure successful implementation of enterprise applications, integrations, and technology modernization efforts. Required Qualifications 10+ years of Project Management, Program Management, or PMO leadership experience. Strong experience leading technical projects within large enterprise organizations. Proven success managing enterprise integrations, mergers, acquisitions, or business transformation initiatives. Deep understanding of PMO governance, portfolio management, project lifecycle management, and delivery methodologies. Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities. Strong executive communication, presentation, and stakeholder management capabilities. Experience working within the retail industry or other large customer-facing environments. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels. Preferred Skills & Technologies SAP Workday Microsoft Office 365 Suite Smartsheet Microsoft Project Jira and/or Azure DevOps Enterprise reporting and portfolio management tools Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Edison, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $75.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Edison,NJ. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026. About TEKsystems We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services Were a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. Were a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. Were strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. Were building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools. #J-18808-Ljbffr TEKsystems