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# Principle IT Project Manager

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** Raleigh, NC, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $130,000 - $170,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Health Informatics, Cloud Computing, IT Management, Microsoft Project, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Smartsheet, Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology, GXP, Servicenow
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9245186/principle-it-project-manager

## About the Role

* 8+ years of experience managing enterprise-level IT projects or programs.
 * Must be eligible to work in the United States and obtain and maintain an Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance.
 * Proven success delivering large, complex technology initiatives involving multiple teams and stakeholders.
 * Strong knowledge of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid project management methodologies.
 * Experience leading projects in regulated industries such as life sciences, healthcare, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or clinical research.
 * Proficiency in project management tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, Smartsheet, MS Project, and ServiceNow
 * Strong experience with risk management, issue resolution, dependency tracking, and change management.
 * PMP, PgMP, SAFe, MSP, or similar certification preferred.
 * Knowledge of GxP or validated technology environments is a plus.
 * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field.

## Description

* Lead multiple complex IT projects from planning through implementation and post-launch support.
 * Build and manage project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations.
 * Coordinate cross-functional teams including Product, Engineering, Infrastructure, Security, and Operations.
 * Provide regular project updates, status reports, and recommendations to senior leadership.
 * Facilitate governance meetings, steering committees, and stakeholder reviews.
 * Identify project risks, dependencies, and issues, developing mitigation and recovery plans as needed.
 * Ensure project documentation, approvals, and deliverables are maintained in accordance with company standards.
 * Manage project scope, change requests, and competing priorities while maintaining delivery commitments.
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