ITS Project Manager

Central New Mexico Community College•Albuquerque, NM

About The Position

The ITS Project Manager manages assigned programs and projects on a day-to-day basis, with a focus on smaller-scale initiatives of moderate complexity. The position oversees multiple small or medium-priority projects and ensures alignment with enterprise objectives. Working with the Senior ITS Project Manager, the role shares responsibility for day-to-day management of assigned programs and projects, including high-priority or medium-to-high-complexity projects, mission-critical enterprise-wide initiatives, and continuous business improvement items. The Project Manager also supports and trains others in project management operations and practices. The role leads the planning, execution, and monitoring of technical projects, coordinating with stakeholders, technical teams, sponsors, vendors, and department managers. It manages resources, risks, scope, budgets, and schedules to deliver projects in line with organizational goals and enterprise methodologies. The position is responsible for enterprise-wide projects, typically involving large budgets and staff, and performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate's degree or higher, or at least six years of related experience.
Profound understanding of technical concepts.
Strong project management skills.
Track record of successfully delivering smaller-scale technical projects within budget and timelines.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Institute (PMI) Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Experience independently managing technology projects from initiation through implementation and closeout.
Experience managing cross-functional projects involving multiple departments, technical teams, and external vendors.
Experience managing projects in a publicly funded or higher education environment.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with IT PMO leadership to prioritize and assign work, ensure staff training and adherence to policies, and maintain a healthy work environment.
Meet project commitments within budget and scope, including communicating with sponsors and stakeholders.
Lead planning, execution, and monitoring of technical projects in alignment with organizational goals and budgets.
Collaborate with stakeholders, technical teams, and sponsors to define project scope, goals, plans, and schedules aligned with business objectives.
Coordinate project-related training initiatives and oversee project development phases.
Manage technical project resources, assign tasks, resolve conflicts, and collaborate with subject matter experts.
Identify and mitigate technical risks and issues, and track changes in project scope, budget, and schedule.
Facilitate communication and collaboration among project team members, stakeholders, and vendors.
Provide regular status updates and reports to stakeholders and senior management, including achievements, challenges, and mitigation plans.
Follow enterprise methodologies, practices, and procedures for documentation, project management, and system monitoring.
Assess risks and assist with mitigation, plan project timelines, coordinate resources, and track project changes.
Complete assigned tasks and projects on time, within budget, and in scope, coordinating with department managers when necessary.
Manage enterprise-wide projects, typically with large budgets and staff.
Support and train others in project management operations and practices.
Perform other related duties as assigned.