IT Project Manager

Kidde-Fenwal LLC•Ashland, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic IT Project Manager for our Ashland, MA location, to lead both business applications and IT infrastructure initiatives. This role blends strategy and execution—translating business needs into scalable technology solutions while driving cross-functional teams to deliver results for example; project on-time delivery and within budget parameters. You’ll manage a wide range of initiatives including ERP upgrades, SaaS integrations, network modernization, and cloud migrations. Success requires a balance of analytical thinking, strong project management, and the ability to lead with clarity and urgency in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field (MBA or advanced certification a plus).
5+ years of experience in IT project management and/or business analysis, ideally in a high-growth or private equity–backed environment.
Strong knowledge of SDLC, Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
Proficiency with tools such as JIRA, Confluence, MS Project, and Visio (experience with reporting/visualization tools preferred).
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills—able to influence across technical and non-technical teams.
Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving ability.

Nice To Haves

ERP project management experience is highly desirable
Certifications such as PMP, CBAP, CSM, or PMI-ACP preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the full lifecycle of IT projects—scoping, planning, execution, and delivery.
Develop and manage project plans, budgets, timelines, and resources.
Coordinate internal teams, vendors, and MSPs to achieve project outcomes.
Manage risks, dependencies, and changes proactively.
Provide clear communication on project progress, milestones, and results.
Facilitate sprint planning, “stand-ups”, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
Maintain and prioritize a backlog of business and technical enhancements.
Define and align sprint goals with business priorities to ensure delivery of incremental value.
Foster a culture of agility, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Partner with business stakeholders to identify needs, challenges, and opportunities for technology-driven improvement.
Gather, analyze, and document requirements quickly and clearly.
Facilitate workshops, interviews, and focus groups to capture insights.
Conduct gap analyses and propose practical process improvements.
Translate requirements into user stories and technical specifications.
Validate solutions to ensure they align with business expectations