#22700 - Project Manager

Qualitest Group•Santa Clara, CA

10d•$120,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to work directly with our client's Chief Information Officer (CIO) on a series of strategic IT department assessments and transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management expertise, exceptional executive communication skills, and the ability to drive complex IT-focused initiatives while partnering with senior leadership. This role requires a polished professional who can confidently engage with executive stakeholders, facilitate strategic discussions, manage project timelines, and ensure successful delivery of assessment outcomes and recommendations.

Requirements

Proven experience managing IT-related projects and strategic initiatives.
Strong background in Project Management, including planning, execution, risk management, and stakeholder coordination.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to interact confidently and professionally with executive stakeholders, including CIOs, senior leadership teams, and C-suite executives.
Experience facilitating meetings, presenting findings, and preparing executive-level communications.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification.
Experience supporting IT assessments, IT strategy, digital transformation, or organizational improvement initiatives.
Background or experience in the Legal industry/legal operations environment.
Experience working directly with executive leadership on strategic planning initiatives.

Responsibilities

Partner closely with the client's CIO and executive leadership team to plan, coordinate, and execute strategic IT assessments.
Manage multiple IT-related projects and workstreams simultaneously, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, risks, and status reporting.
Facilitate executive-level meetings, workshops, and stakeholder discussions.
Gather, analyze, and document business and technical requirements.
Coordinate cross-functional teams, including IT, business, and external consulting partners.
Prepare executive presentations, reports, findings, and recommendations for senior leadership.
Identify project risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies.
Ensure effective communication across all stakeholder groups throughout the project lifecycle.
Monitor project progress and drive accountability for deliverables and outcomes.

Benefits

Internal rotation and international mobility opportunities
Flexible and casual culture
Employee events
Amenities and games provided from one of our Employees Centers
401k plan with company match
Competitive healthcare benefits
HSA matching
Learning & Development platform (QCraft)
Corporate Wellness Program (Gym membership reimbursement, opportunities to earn additional vacation times)
Client Referral and Employee Referral Program bonuses
Qudos platform for bonuses and spot awards
Employee Perks for discounts
Competitive pay