IT Project Manager
909 Third Avenue, 32nd Fl New York, NY 10017 US
Job Description
We are looking for a skilled Information Technology Project Manager to lead essential technology projects from initiation to completion. The ideal candidate will possess a robust technical background and demonstrate the ability to swiftly adapt to new systems and processes. This role involves managing a diverse range of technology-related projects within the organization.
Located in NYC, the Project Manager will collaborate with IT professionals to meet the firm's overall technology needs. This position reports to the Global Head of Technology Transformation and currently follows a hybrid work model, requiring a minimum of 3 days in the office each week.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strong leadership in project management.
- Experience with mergers and aquisitions.
- Establish project charters, meeting schedules, and reporting practices.
- Develop a framework to keep senior leadership and global technology teams updated on initiatives across all locations.
- Manage multiple projects, creating detailed plans, schedules, requirements documents, and status updates.
- Propel projects towards objectives while addressing challenges through innovative problem-solving and adaptability.
- Support senior leadership in overseeing Governance, Risk, and Compliance within IT and Finance audits and controls.
- Contribute to creating a playbook and project management strategy for Merger & Acquisitions, IT Due Diligence, and technology integration.
- Aid in enhancing efficiencies in technology procurement and budgeting processes.
- Cultivate and maintain effective working relationships with team members, vendors, and other involved departments.
- Act as a liaison between business professionals and project stakeholders.
- Work closely with IT staff to ensure timely and budget-compliant development, release, updates, and deployment of technology systems.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for technology projects.
- Engage in computer incident response team activities (including Business Continuity and Cyber planning).
- Timely communicate and report issues, status updates, and results to senior management.
- Collaborate with senior management to identify and facilitate change management and technology transformation initiatives.
- BA/BS degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
- 7-10 years of applicable project management experience.
- Strong background in project management documentation and technical processes.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with project management tools such as Asana, Microsoft Project, and Miro.
- Experience with Agile methodologies and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Knowledge of various technologies and cloud computing platforms (e.g., Microsoft 365, Google, security, networking, and various SaaS applications).
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and technical skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and effectively manage related tasks.
- Solid understanding of IT project dynamics.
- PMP certification is preferred.
- Experience with Asana project management software is a plus
Hybrid 3 days per week on site in NYC office (Midtown Manhattan)
Salary Range- $120,000-$130,000 per year with 10% target annual bonus
The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
Meet Your Recruiter
Kenny Pilanski
Regional Director
Kenny is a graduate from Quinnipiac University where he received his degree in Industrial Organizational Psychology. He has been with TPG since November 2015 and initially got into recruiting through a friend from college and never looked back. When he is not in the office you can find him fishing, golfing, or hanging out with his girlfriend and dog Foxy.