Senior IT Project Manager

A large local utility client is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex data, integration, and technology transformation initiatives. This individual will partner closely with engineering, data, and business stakeholders to drive measurable outcomes across enterprise modernization efforts. Unlike a traditional project coordinator, this role requires someone who can deeply understand technical challenges involving databases, data platforms, system integrations, and SAP data migrations while keeping teams focused on business outcomes and delivery metrics. The successful candidate will help drive a shift toward a more product-focused operating model, bringing a strategic mindset around value delivery, process improvement, and continuous measurement of success. This person will manage multiple high-impact initiatives simultaneously, facilitate executive stakeholder alignment, identify technical dependencies and risks, and proactively solve complex problems before they impact delivery. Strong communication skills and the ability to influence both technical teams and senior leadership are critical for success.

• 7+ years of experience leading large-scale enterprise technology programs and projects.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple concurrent, high-value initiatives with clear business outcomes and measurable results.
• Experience partnering directly with engineering teams on complex technical challenges involving databases, data platforms, integrations, ETL processes, APIs, or SAP data migration efforts.
• Strong understanding of data architecture, data warehousing, data transformation, and enterprise integration patterns.
• Proven ability to identify technical dependencies, challenge assumptions, and proactively resolve blockers.
• Experience managing project governance, stakeholder communications, budgeting, resource planning, and risk management.
• Strong background with vendor management, contracts, SOWs, change orders, and procurement activities.
• Ability to drive accountability through metrics, KPIs, and outcome-focused project execution.
• Experience leading process improvement or organizational transformation initiatives.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting Data & AI organizations or enterprise data modernization programs.
• Experience with Microsoft Fabric or modern cloud-based data platforms.
• Utility or energy industry experience.
• PMP certification.
• Previous hands-on experience in data engineering, database administration, systems integration, or similar technical roles.
• Familiarity with product operating models and product-led delivery approaches.
• Experience with enterprise SAP implementations, migrations, or modernization initiatives.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.