Senior It Project Manager

TEKsystems•Norfolk, VA

3d•$56 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Senior IT Project Manager to join our team. This contract-based role focuses on execution and delivery support within a broader program structure. You will work closely with IT integration activities, coordinating across Applications, IT Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and End User Services, in collaboration with the SAP implementation team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT project management, particularly with SAP or large platform implementations, and a strong understanding of the project delivery lifecycle.

Requirements

8–10+ years of IT project management experience, including complex or cross-functional initiatives
Experience coordinating IT projects involving SAP, Applications, Infrastructure, and End User environments
Strong understanding of project delivery lifecycle (planning, testing, cutover, hypercare)
Experience working in environments with SAP or large platform implementations
Familiarity with structured delivery practices (SDLC, governance, milestone tracking)
Project management
Project delivery lifecycle
SAP
SDLC methodologies
Governance
Infrastructure
Stakeholder management
SAP HANA

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and timelines across IT integration activities
Track and manage milestones, deliverables, and dependencies to ensure progress against plan
Coordinate execution across Applications, IT Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and End User Services, working in close collaboration with the SAP implementation team
Facilitate cross-functional coordination across IT teams and business stakeholders
Ensure alignment of tasks, sequencing, and interdependencies across multiple workstreams
Support integration activities including system migration, environment readiness, and transition planning
Maintain structured project governance including RAID logs, status reports, and milestone tracking
Provide clear, concise updates on progress, risks, issues, and next steps
Support preparation of executive-level reporting and decision materials
Coordinate testing readiness (SIT, UAT) and ensure required inputs and timelines are met
Support development and execution of cutover plans and checklists
Assist with post-go-live stabilization (hypercare) coordination
Identify, track, and manage risks, issues, and dependencies across IT integration activities
Drive timely mitigation actions and escalate issues where needed
Facilitate project meetings, status checkpoints, and working sessions
Act as a central coordinator across IT teams, business functions, and external partners