IT Project Manager
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Job description
Our Fortune 100 Health Insurance client is seeking an IT Project Manager to support strategic software development initiatives across multiple enterprise applications in a remote setting. Reporting to the Software Development organization, you will partner closely with Software Engineering, Product Management, Quality Assurance, Business Analysis, and senior Project Management teams to successfully deliver enterprise technology initiatives. You will coordinate projects from planning through delivery, ensuring milestones, timelines, and business objectives are achieved while maintaining alignment across technical and business stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career Project Manager looking to grow within a fast-paced software development organization and gain exposure to enterprise-scale technology projects. You will benefit from a relationship-driven culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth., * Support the planning, execution, and successful delivery of multiple software development projects
- Coordinate project schedules, milestones, risks, dependencies, and deliverables across cross-functional teams
- Facilitate Agile ceremonies including daily standups, sprint planning, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
- Track project progress and communicate status updates, risks, and key milestones to project stakeholders and leadership
- Maintain project documentation including project plans, meeting notes, action items, status reports, and project artifacts
- Partner closely with Software Engineers, Product Owners, Business Analysts, and QA teams to ensure project deliverables remain on schedule
- Identify project risks, remove roadblocks, and escalate issues when appropriate
- Assist with project prioritization, resource planning, and capacity management activities
- Monitor project metrics and support adherence to established Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and project management methodologies
- Foster collaboration across technical and business teams to ensure successful project outcomes
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of experience supporting IT projects, software development initiatives, or technology programs
- Experience working within Agile/Scrum software development environments
- Hands-on experience using Jira and Confluence for project tracking and collaboration
- Understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) processes
- Experience coordinating multiple projects or competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools
- PMP, CAPM, Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or other Project Management certifications (preferred)
- Experience supporting enterprise software development organizations (preferred)
- Familiarity with project reporting, resource planning, and portfolio management practices (preferred)
- Strong attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Problem-solving mindset with the ability to proactively identify and resolve project challenges
- Collaborative, team-first approach with a passion for delivering high-quality technology solutions
Benefits & conditions
- 401(k) Matching Plan
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans
- Relationship-driven process to find your best fit
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Regular meetings to ensure quality in your engagement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with services like virtual counseling, financial and legal services, and life coaching
- Flexible hiring models: contract, contract-to-hire, and direct placement
- Opportunities for professional growth within a fast-paced technology organization, Eight Eleven Group offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee's needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.