Job Description
Make a Lasting Impact on the Commonwealth.
Are you a strategic leader ready to drive digital transformation in public service? The City of Boston is seeking a highly skilled Senior IT Project Manager to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee critical technology initiatives that directly improve the lives of our residents. You will bridge the gap between technical teams and city stakeholders, ensuring that complex government projects are delivered on time, within budget, and with the highest standards of quality.
Why Join Us?
- Prestigious Mission: Work on projects that matter, from smart city infrastructure to digital citizen services.
- Competitive Compensation: Receive a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Growth Opportunities: Access professional development programs and networking within the public sector.
We are looking for a resilient problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses a deep understanding of government procurement and compliance standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end project lifecycle (Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring, and Closure) for large-scale government IT initiatives.
- Manage cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and policy makers, ensuring clear communication and alignment with city goals.
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including budgets, timelines, and resource allocation, using Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving blockers to ensure project delivery remains on track.
- Facilitate stakeholder meetings, prepare status reports, and present progress to executive leadership and city officials.
- Ensure all deliverables comply with federal, state, and local government regulations and procurement policies.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in project management, specifically within the government or public sector.
- Active PMP (Project Management Professional) or CAPM certification is required.
- Proven experience managing software development lifecycles and IT infrastructure projects.
- Strong proficiency in project management tools such as JIRA, MS Project, or Asana.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical jargon for non-technical audiences.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.